Day: January 24, 2026

On January 24, 2026, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz demanded that President Trump remove federal immigration agents from Minnesota after the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Alex Pretti in Minneapolis during a U.S. enforcement operation. Walz called the presence of federal agents a “federal occupation,” activated the National Guard, and demanded a state-led investigation into the shooting, which witnesses and video have said contradict federal accounts. The killing sparked large protests and clashes with law enforcement, including use of tear gas, and intensified partisan debate after the White House defended the agents. Walz urged federal withdrawal to restore local trust and safety. (theguardian.com)

On January 24, 2026, federal Border Patrol agents fatally shot a Minneapolis man, Alex Pretti, after video of the confrontation circulated online, sparking intense protests and clashes with law enforcement. (en.wikipedia.org) Walz said Minnesota is compiling a “log of evidence” to support future prosecutions of federal agents, urged protesters to remain peaceful, and called for removal of roughly 3,000 federal agents deployed to the state. (forbes.com) Officials said state investigators were initially blocked from the scene and local leaders declared an unlawful assembly as crowd‑control measures were used. (theverge.com) State and federal investigations into the shooting are ongoing and evidence is collected. (en.wikipedia.org)

Federal agents shot and killed a man during an immigration operation in south Minneapolis, prompting protests and a heavy federal presence. DHS said the man approached Border Patrol officers with a handgun during an attempted arrest; officials say medics pronounced him dead at the scene. In response to the shooting, a self-described ANTIFA member posted on social media urging followers to arm themselves and “suit up, boots on the ground,” denouncing ICE and federal agents as “Nazi gunmen.” City leaders urged calm as investigators and federal authorities review video and witness accounts while the incident fuels heightened tensions and alarm. (startribune.com)

Governor Tim Walz condemned a January 24, 2026, Minneapolis shooting in which federal immigration agents fatally shot a 37‑year‑old man during a targeted operation, triggering large protests and clashes with demonstrators. Video and official accounts differ on what happened. Walz demanded state involvement in the investigation, criticized federal tactics, and placed the Minnesota National Guard on standby to support public safety. Protesters confronted federal officers near the scene, but there is no reliable evidence Walz said local or state police “retreated” after being “overrun” by leftists. State and federal investigations are ongoing as tensions persist and residents remain on edge. (washingtonpost.com)

On January 24, 2026, federal Border Patrol officers shot and fatally wounded an armed man during an immigration-enforcement operation in south Minneapolis near 26th Street and Nicollet Avenue. Department of Homeland Security officials said the suspect approached agents with a 9mm handgun and resisted disarmament; local authorities identified the victim as a Minneapolis resident in his 30s. The confrontation sparked protests and deployment of crowd-control measures. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz said he contacted the White House, and the administration said it was monitoring the situation. The shooting is under federal and local investigation as tensions over the enforcement surge continue. (washingtonpost.com)

Breaking: Thousands of NFL fans are saying they will boycott the Super Bowl halftime show after reports that Bad Bunny plans to wear a dress during his performance to honor queer icons. A stylist, quoted by celebrity outlets, claimed the outfit would be “a political thunderbolt disguised as couture,” prompting conservative commentators and social-media users to call for a mass boycott and criticize the NFL’s choice. Bad Bunny, who has publicly criticized Donald Trump and spoken against aggressive immigration enforcement, has not officially confirmed the costume; the NFL has defended booking him as halftime headliner amid rising online controversy today. (thespun.com)

On January 24, 2026, clashes in Minneapolis between federal immigration agents and demonstrators escalated as crowds surrounded officers and footage showed agents deploying tear gas, flash‑bangs and other crowd‑control munitions to disperse people. The confrontations followed a Jan. 7 fatal shooting of Renée Good and additional shootings during a DHS enforcement surge, fueling large protests and demands that ICE leave the city. Local leaders and lawyers have criticized federal tactics and called for local control while investigations continue. Authorities say agents used force for officer safety; witnesses and civil‑rights advocates describe the scene as chaotic and dangerous, and protests persist. (apnews.com)

On January 24, 2026, federal officers shot a person in Minneapolis during an immigration-enforcement operation, officials say. (apnews.com) The incident, reported near 26th Street and Nicollet Avenue, left bystanders and protesters confronting agents and prompted a large law-enforcement response. (foxnews.com) Gov. Tim Walz urged an end to the federal crackdown and said he’d been in contact with the White House. (apnews.com) Federal authorities reported the suspect was armed and a firearm was recovered, while details remained limited and investigations by federal and local agencies were underway. (foxnews.com) Authorities asked the public to avoid the area as tensions continued to mount, and witnesses filmed portions. (apnews.com)

Massive Winter Storm Fern threatens much of the U.S.; Virginia and South Carolina requested presidential emergency declarations as governors declared states of emergency. FEMA activated its National Response Coordination Center and pre-positioned teams, generators, meals and blankets while DHS paused planned FEMA staffing cuts. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said DHS and FEMA are coordinating with states to provide federal support. Officials warned of heavy snow, ice, dangerous wind chills and widespread travel disruptions, with thousands of flights canceled. Residents were urged to stay warm, avoid travel, follow local guidance and pray for FEMA responders and those in harm’s way. (theguardian.com)