A federal ICE worker brazenly invoked his government authority after being arrested in a Minnesota sex trafficking sting targeting men who attempted to solicit a minor, highlighting serious accountability failures within Biden-era federal agencies.
Story Snapshot
- ICE worker Alexander Back was arrested in “Operation Creep” sting targeting solicitation of a 17-year-old.
- Suspect told police, “I’m ICE, boys,” when arrested, demonstrating corrupt abuse of federal authority.
- Sixteen men were arrested, including multiple government employees across various agencies.
- Police seized drugs and eight firearms from suspects during a three-day operation.
Federal Employee Exploits Government Position During Arrest
Alexander Back, a 41-year-old Department of Homeland Security civilian auditor from Robbinsdale, attempted to leverage his federal employment status when Bloomington police arrested him during “Operation Creep.”
Police Chief Booker Hodges revealed that Back declared, “I’m ICE, boys,” upon arrest, apparently believing his government position would shield him from consequences.
The brazen attempt to exploit federal authority demonstrates the entitlement culture that has infected government agencies under previous liberal leadership.
BREAKING: An ICE Agent was BUSTED by Bloomington Police in "Operation Creep" trying to solicit sex from a minor. When arrested, he said "I'm ICE, boys."
That ICE Agent is toast. pic.twitter.com/yWLdWQ0HSf
— Really American 🇺🇸 (@ReallyAmerican1) November 18, 2025
Multi-Agency Sting Targets Child Exploitation Network
Operation Creep ran from November 5-8, 2025, focusing on identifying individuals attempting to purchase sex from what they believed was a 17-year-old girl.
The comprehensive investigation involved the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension and police departments from Eden Prairie, Richfield, and Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Bloomington Police Chief Hodges confirmed that most suspects originated from the Twin Cities metropolitan area, with ages ranging from 18 to 49 years old.
Government Workers Dominate Arrest List
The sting operation exposed a disturbing pattern of government employee involvement in child exploitation attempts. Beyond the ICE worker, suspects included a Metro Transit bus driver, an employee of the Brown County Historical Society, and a staff member of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.
This concentration of public sector employees raises serious questions about background screening and ongoing supervision within government agencies that have prioritized woke hiring practices over character assessment during recent years.
Suspects Armed With Drugs and Weapons
Police released drone footage showing one suspect arriving at a hotel with a bag containing cocaine, methamphetamine, and eight firearms, revealing the dangerous criminal element involved in these operations.
Another suspect informed officers of his intention to bring a weapon to the meeting location and was subsequently tackled by police upon arrival.
The presence of multiple firearms and illegal drugs demonstrates that child exploitation networks often intersect with broader criminal enterprises threatening community safety.
Technology Challenges Law Enforcement Efforts
Chief Hodges acknowledged that technological advances have complicated sting operations against predators who exploit online platforms to target minors. He urged lawmakers to implement restrictions on companies that allow offenders to operate on their platforms with impunity.
This call for accountability reflects conservative concerns about Big Tech’s failure to protect children while simultaneously censoring legitimate political speech and family values content that challenges liberal narratives.
Federal Prosecution Expected for Serious Cases
Hodges indicated that several cases from Operation Creep will likely be referred to federal prosecutors, suggesting the severity of charges anticipated. The involvement of federal employees in child exploitation attempts demands the highest level of prosecution to restore public trust in government agencies.
Under President Trump’s restored leadership, Americans can expect vigorous prosecution of government corruption and child exploitation crimes that previous administrations may have downplayed to protect institutional reputations.
