In a move towards increased transparency and accountability, immigration officers in Minneapolis will begin wearing body cameras while on duty. The decision comes after mounting pressure from advocacy groups and the public for increased oversight of the officers’ interactions with immigrants.

According to recent reports, the implementation of body cameras on immigration officers has already shown promising results in other cities, leading to a decrease in complaints against officers and improved community relations. The use of body cameras is intended to provide an unbiased record of officers’ interactions with immigrants and ensure that proper protocol is being followed.

While some critics argue that body cameras may not always capture the full context of an encounter, supporters say that this move is a step in the right direction towards enhancing transparency and trust between law enforcement officials and the community.

Minneapolis joins several other cities across the country that have already adopted body cameras for immigration officers. The hope is that this new measure will help to prevent misconduct and hold officers accountable for their actions.