Bondi Vows Accountability as DOJ Increases Presence in Minnesota After Church Disruption

Attorney General Pam Bondi warned Tuesday that "no one is above the law" as the U.S. Department of Justice expands its presence in Minnesota following weeks of unrest tied to immigration enforcement and the disruption of a church service on Jan. 18.

Federal Coordination Amid Rising Tensions

Bondi spoke during an exclusive interview in Minneapolis after meeting with federal prosecutors and law enforcement officials. She said she met with agents from the FBI, DEA and ATF, along with U.S. Attorney Daniel Rosen, to coordinate responses as tensions persist across the state.

"No one is above the law in this state or in this country, and people will be held accountable," Bondi told Fox News.

She described recent conditions as deteriorating and expressed concern for officer safety, calling Minnesota "a mess right now" and saying law enforcement deserves to be protected while investigations proceed.

A law enforcement officer uses a battering ram to force entry into a home during an immigration raid in St. Paul, Minn.

Subpoenas And Questions About Investigations

Bondi arrived in Minneapolis after state and local officials — including the governor, mayor and state attorney general — confirmed they had received federal subpoenas. When asked whether those subpoenas indicate investigations into their offices, Bondi declined to provide details.

"I can’t confirm nor deny whether we have any investigation or what it is," she said. "I can’t discuss."

Pressed on whether inflammatory rhetoric from officials has contributed to unrest, Bondi acknowledged that harsh language can have consequences but emphasized that accountability applies to everyone, including public officials and law enforcement.

Church Disruption In St. Paul

Bondi condemned the disruption of a worship service in St. Paul as "horrific," saying such conduct has no place in any house of worship. She said she has spoken with Pastor Jonathan Parnell and plans to meet with him as the congregation explores legal options.

Cities Church in St. Paul, Minn., where activists shut down a service claiming the pastor was also working as an ICE agent.

"What happened in that church was horrific. That should not happen to any Christian, to any religion, to a synagogue, to a mosque, to any place of worship in our country," Bondi said.

Pastor Parnell characterized the Jan. 18 incident as an unlawful invasion that frightened congregants, including children, and said the church is consulting counsel while urging leaders to protect the right to worship freely.

What Comes Next

Asked whether federal involvement will continue after her visit, Bondi said it will. She pointed to a commitment from the administration to help restore safety in Minnesota.

"President Trump is committed to making Minnesota safe. So, the answer is yes," she said.

Bondi emphasized coordination among federal agencies and local partners as officials assess ongoing unrest, potential criminal activity and the appropriate legal responses.