Paul Schnell
Paul Schnell is the Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Corrections, known for his outspoken stance on immigration enforcement and his efforts to address the misinformation surrounding ICE detainers in the state. Recently, he has publicly challenged claims made by the Department of Homeland Security regarding the number of incarcerated individuals with ICE detainers, asserting that the figures presented by the agency are inaccurate and misleading.
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Paul Schnell is the Minnesota Department of Corrections Commissioner who criticized DHS for its publicized arrest numbers.
Exclusive: DHS admits ‘worst of the worst’ immigrants website had errors
United States· 2026-02-20
Paul Schnell is the state’s corrections commissioner.
Takeaways: Enforcement surge ending in Minneapolis as state and DHS officials face tough questions in SenateUnited States· 2026-02-13
Paul Schnell is the commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Corrections who criticized DHS for misinformation.
What we know about ICE access to jails in MinnesotaUnited States· 2026-01-31
