A major controversy erupted this week after a Hilton-branded hotel in Minnesota reportedly refused to allow U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to stay at the property, prompting swift backlash and an immediate corporate response.
The Department of Homeland Security confirmed Monday that a Hampton Inn located in Lakeville, just south of Minneapolis, canceled reservations for federal immigration agents. DHS shared a screenshot on X showing a message from the hotel stating it was “not allowing any ICE or immigration agents to stay at our property.”
The move instantly drew national attention, especially as the Trump administration continues its aggressive push to enforce federal immigration law and remove criminal illegal aliens from American communities.
Hilton quickly moved to distance itself from the decision, stressing that the hotel does not fall under direct corporate control. The company clarified that the property is independently owned and operated, despite carrying the Hilton brand.
“This hotel is independently owned and operated, and these actions were not reflective of Hilton values,” Hilton said in a statement to Business Insider. “We have been in direct contact with the hotel, and they have apologized for the actions of their team, which was not in keeping with their policies.”
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