<p>Attorney General Pam Bondi on January 24, 2026, sent Minnesota officials a letter demanding state cooperation with federal probes and linking that cooperation to ICE operations. Bondi urged Gov. Tim Walz to share Medicaid and SNAP records, repeal sanctuary policies, require jails to honor ICE detainers, and let the DOJ Civil Rights Division examine Minnesota’s voter rolls for compliance with federal law. The letter, obtained by Fox News, described those steps as a path for ICE to leave. Critics, including Sen. Chris Murphy and state election officials, say the demands could be a politically motivated bid to access voter data.</p> <p>Sources: (<a href="https://www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/attorney-general-bondi-minnesota-voter-rolls-border-patrol-fatal-shooting/?utm_source=openai">democracydocket.com</a>)</p>

Attorney General Pam Bondi on January 24, 2026, sent Minnesota officials a letter demanding state cooperation with federal probes and linking that cooperation to ICE operations. Bondi urged Gov. Tim Walz to share Medicaid and SNAP records, repeal sanctuary policies, require jails to honor ICE detainers, and let the DOJ Civil Rights Division examine Minnesota’s voter rolls for compliance with federal law. The letter, obtained by Fox News, described those steps as a path for ICE to leave. Critics, including Sen. Chris Murphy and state election officials, say the demands could be a politically motivated bid to access voter data.

Sources: (democracydocket.com)

Breaking: Bondi’s Jan. 24 letter to Gov. Walz ties ICE’s leaving to sharing Medicaid/SNAP data, repealing sanctuary policies, honoring ICE detainers and access to voter rolls. Critics call it political.…
<p>Late January 2026, President Trump questioned NATO’s commitment and claimed allied troops “stayed a little off the front lines” in Afghanistan, comments he reiterated in Davos, sparking international outrage. British prime minister Keir Starmer called the remarks “insulting and frankly appalling,” Prince Harry and veterans denounced the slur, and leaders across NATO demanded an apology. The White House defended Trump’s view that the U.S. contributes more, and, as of January 25, 2026, no formal presidential apology had been issued. The episode deepened transatlantic tensions and prompted renewed debate over burden‑sharing and alliance unity, and raised questions about U.S. global leadership. (<a href="https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/world/im-not-sure-that-theyll-be-there-for-us-trump-questions-nato-commitment-at-davos/?utm_source=openai">tribuneindia.com</a>)</p>

Late January 2026, President Trump questioned NATO’s commitment and claimed allied troops “stayed a little off the front lines” in Afghanistan, comments he reiterated in Davos, sparking international outrage. British prime minister Keir Starmer called the remarks “insulting and frankly appalling,” Prince Harry and veterans denounced the slur, and leaders across NATO demanded an apology. The White House defended Trump’s view that the U.S. contributes more, and, as of January 25, 2026, no formal presidential apology had been issued. The episode deepened transatlantic tensions and prompted renewed debate over burden‑sharing and alliance unity, and raised questions about U.S. global leadership. (tribuneindia.com)

Trump at Davos said NATO allies "stayed a little off the front lines" in Afghanistan, igniting UK fury — Starmer, Prince Harry and veterans demand an apology. What do you…
<p>On January 24, 2026, multiple videos show federal agents fatally shooting 37‑year‑old Alex Pretti in Minneapolis near West 26th Street and Nicollet Avenue. (<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/24/alex-pretti-minneapolis-minnesota-shooting?utm_source=openai">theguardian.com</a>) Footage appears to show Pretti filming officers, being pepper‑sprayed and wrestled to the ground before several agents fired multiple shots. (<a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2026/01/24/federal-agents-minneapolis-shooting-investigation/?utm_source=openai">washingtonpost.com</a>) DHS says officers attempted to disarm a man who approached with a 9mm and fired in self‑defense. (<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/24/minneapolis-shooting-federal-agents?utm_source=openai">theguardian.com</a>) Witnesses, family and open‑source analysts dispute that account, say Pretti held only a phone, note he was a lawful permit‑to‑carry gun owner, and contend video suggests a firearm may have been removed before shots. (<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/24/alex-pretti-minneapolis-minnesota-shooting?utm_source=openai">theguardian.com</a>) Protests and nationwide demonstrations followed immediately. (<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/24/protests-alex-pretti-killing-federal-agents-ice?utm_source=openai">theguardian.com</a>)</p>

On January 24, 2026, multiple videos show federal agents fatally shooting 37‑year‑old Alex Pretti in Minneapolis near West 26th Street and Nicollet Avenue. (theguardian.com) Footage appears to show Pretti filming officers, being pepper‑sprayed and wrestled to the ground before several agents fired multiple shots. (washingtonpost.com) DHS says officers attempted to disarm a man who approached with a 9mm and fired in self‑defense. (theguardian.com) Witnesses, family and open‑source analysts dispute that account, say Pretti held only a phone, note he was a lawful permit‑to‑carry gun owner, and contend video suggests a firearm may have been removed before shots. (theguardian.com) Protests and nationwide demonstrations followed immediately. (theguardian.com)

Jan 24: Federal agents fatally shot 37‑year‑old nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis; video shows him pepper‑sprayed, wrestled, then shot—DHS says he had a 9mm; witnesses dispute that. What do you…
<p>President Donald Trump was briefed Saturday, January 24, 2026, on a Border Patrol shooting in Minneapolis that left a 37 year old man dead during a federal immigration operation. Video circulated showing the man holding a cellphone as agents wrestled with him before officers fired; federal officials say agents acted in self defense and recovered a 9 mm handgun and two magazines. Local leaders including Mayor Jacob Frey and Gov. Tim Walz condemned the operation and demanded agents leave, prosecutors and state investigators sought access to the scene. The White House said the president was monitoring situation as investigations continued. </p> <p>(<a href="https://wkzo.com/2026/01/24/federal-immigration-agents-fatally-shoot-second-person-in-minneapolis/?utm_source=openai">wkzo.com</a>)</p>

President Donald Trump was briefed Saturday, January 24, 2026, on a Border Patrol shooting in Minneapolis that left a 37 year old man dead during a federal immigration operation. Video circulated showing the man holding a cellphone as agents wrestled with him before officers fired; federal officials say agents acted in self defense and recovered a 9 mm handgun and two magazines. Local leaders including Mayor Jacob Frey and Gov. Tim Walz condemned the operation and demanded agents leave, prosecutors and state investigators sought access to the scene. The White House said the president was monitoring situation as investigations continued.

(wkzo.com)

Border Patrol shot dead a 37‑year‑old in Minneapolis Jan 24 during a federal immigration sweep; DHS says agents acted in self‑defense, recovering a 9mm. Frey and Walz condemned it. What…
<p>On January 24, 2026, federal agents fatally shot Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old Minneapolis ICU nurse, during an immigration-related operation on Nicollet Avenue. Homeland Security said agents recovered a handgun and alleged Pretti advanced toward them, but publicly available video and independent analyses show Pretti filming officers, being pepper‑sprayed and pinned to the ground, appearing to hold a cellphone while another agent’s hand is seen near a firearm before shots were fired. Multiple agents discharged rounds; investigators, civil‑rights groups and local officials have demanded transparency as protests and political backlash followed. A federal investigation is ongoing. (<a href="https://apnews.com/article/4d1499fc5962ab880f3816259e04bdbf?utm_source=openai">apnews.com</a>)</p>

On January 24, 2026, federal agents fatally shot Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old Minneapolis ICU nurse, during an immigration-related operation on Nicollet Avenue. Homeland Security said agents recovered a handgun and alleged Pretti advanced toward them, but publicly available video and independent analyses show Pretti filming officers, being pepper‑sprayed and pinned to the ground, appearing to hold a cellphone while another agent’s hand is seen near a firearm before shots were fired. Multiple agents discharged rounds; investigators, civil‑rights groups and local officials have demanded transparency as protests and political backlash followed. A federal investigation is ongoing. (apnews.com)

Breaking: Federal agents fatally shot 37‑year‑old ICU nurse Alex Pretti Jan. 24 in Minneapolis. Video shows him filming, pepper‑sprayed, pinned and then shot. According to AP News. (apnews.com) What do…
<p>As of January 25, 2026, social-media posts claim several left-wing protesters linked to Antifa have ‘officially declared’ a civil war against the U.S. government. These assertions circulate on fringe sites and viral posts but lack corroboration from law-enforcement agencies, major news organizations, or official statements. Similar hoaxes surfaced in 2017 and prompted warnings about misinformation. Given absence of credible independent reporting and past patterns of false Antifa civil-war claims, this report should be treated as unverified until reliable sources or authorities confirm specifics, participants, locations, or actions. Follow updates from reputable outlets before sharing widely online and verify official statements. (<a href="https://www.newsweek.com/antifa-civil-war-fake-news-story-treated-threat-department-homeland-security-885251?utm_source=openai">newsweek.com</a>)</p>

As of January 25, 2026, social-media posts claim several left-wing protesters linked to Antifa have ‘officially declared’ a civil war against the U.S. government. These assertions circulate on fringe sites and viral posts but lack corroboration from law-enforcement agencies, major news organizations, or official statements. Similar hoaxes surfaced in 2017 and prompted warnings about misinformation. Given absence of credible independent reporting and past patterns of false Antifa civil-war claims, this report should be treated as unverified until reliable sources or authorities confirm specifics, participants, locations, or actions. Follow updates from reputable outlets before sharing widely online and verify official statements. (newsweek.com)

Breaking: Viral posts claim Antifa "declared" a civil war — unverified; no confirmation from law enforcement or major outlets. Similar 2017 hoaxes warn caution. What do you think? Comment. According…
<p>On January 21, 2026 at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Finnish President Alexander Stubb said Europe can “unequivocally” defend itself without the United States, arguing Finland’s conscription, reserves and heavy artillery provide credible deterrence. He cited Finland’s ability to mobilize about 280,000 troops, roughly one million trained through conscription, 62 F-18s and 64 recently purchased F-35s, while acknowledging some systems depend on U.S. support but expressing trust in U.S. interests aligning with European defense. Stubb later sought to clarify remarks taken out of context amid broader debate over European strategic independence. They reignited debate over NATO burden-sharing and urgency. (<a href="https://yle.fi/a/74-20205727?utm_source=openai">yle.fi</a>)</p>

On January 21, 2026 at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Finnish President Alexander Stubb said Europe can “unequivocally” defend itself without the United States, arguing Finland’s conscription, reserves and heavy artillery provide credible deterrence. He cited Finland’s ability to mobilize about 280,000 troops, roughly one million trained through conscription, 62 F-18s and 64 recently purchased F-35s, while acknowledging some systems depend on U.S. support but expressing trust in U.S. interests aligning with European defense. Stubb later sought to clarify remarks taken out of context amid broader debate over European strategic independence. They reignited debate over NATO burden-sharing and urgency. (yle.fi)

Davos: Finnish President Stubb says Europe can “unequivocally” defend itself without the US — citing 280k troops, 62 F‑18s and 64 F‑35s; he then clarified. What do you think? Comment.…
<p>Breaking reports say leftist rioters in Minneapolis gathered near the Bishop Henry Whipple federal complex at Fort Snelling—home to ICE offices—and allegedly chanted “BURN DOWN FORT SNELLING,” declaring a “kinetic war” on the federal government and urging “send in the troops.” (<a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/news/protest-underway-at-federal-building-complex-near-fort-snelling/?utm_source=openai">cbsnews.com</a>) Authorities have deployed federal immigration officers to the area amid daily demonstrations; Minnesota’s governor mobilized the National Guard and the Army placed military police on prepare-to-deploy orders as tensions escalated. (<a href="https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/army-orders-military-police-ready-minneapolis-deployment-ap-129439566?utm_source=openai">abcnews.go.com</a>) Officials reported clashes and arrests; independent videos and social media posts are circulating as investigators assess threats and damage. (<a href="https://unicornriot.ninja/2026/dhs-and-protesters-face-off-at-whipple-federal-building/?utm_source=openai">unicornriot.ninja</a>) City leaders urged calm and lawful protest while investigations continue. (<a href="https://www.actionnews5.com/2026/01/19/sending-soldiers-minneapolis-immigration-crackdown-would-be-unconstitutional-mayor-says/?utm_source=openai">actionnews5.com</a>)</p>

Breaking reports say leftist rioters in Minneapolis gathered near the Bishop Henry Whipple federal complex at Fort Snelling—home to ICE offices—and allegedly chanted “BURN DOWN FORT SNELLING,” declaring a “kinetic war” on the federal government and urging “send in the troops.” (cbsnews.com) Authorities have deployed federal immigration officers to the area amid daily demonstrations; Minnesota’s governor mobilized the National Guard and the Army placed military police on prepare-to-deploy orders as tensions escalated. (abcnews.go.com) Officials reported clashes and arrests; independent videos and social media posts are circulating as investigators assess threats and damage. (unicornriot.ninja) City leaders urged calm and lawful protest while investigations continue. (actionnews5.com)

Breaking: Clashes at Whipple complex near Fort Snelling; arrests and troops put on standby. Thoughts? Comment. Source: ABC News #news
Breaking: Anti‑ICE rioters are waving foreign flags in the streets of Washington, D.C. Demonstrators carried non‑U.S. banners and chanted as they moved through downtown, footage circulating online shows tense scenes. The rally centered on opposition to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, while some attendees and commentators demanded protection for the agency with slogans like “PROTECT ICE AT ALL COSTS.” Counterprotesters and bystanders responded vocally. Reports remain preliminary; official statements, arrests, and details about organizers, turnout, and specific flags displayed were not immediately confirmed. Authorities may issue updates as investigations and coverage continue. Please follow local outlets for verified updates soon.

Breaking: Anti‑ICE rioters are waving foreign flags in the streets of Washington, D.C. Demonstrators carried non‑U.S. banners and chanted as they moved through downtown, footage circulating online shows tense scenes. The rally centered on opposition to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, while some attendees and commentators demanded protection for the agency with slogans like “PROTECT ICE AT ALL COSTS.” Counterprotesters and bystanders responded vocally. Reports remain preliminary; official statements, arrests, and details about organizers, turnout, and specific flags displayed were not immediately confirmed. Authorities may issue updates as investigations and coverage continue. Please follow local outlets for verified updates soon.

Breaking: Anti‑ICE protesters clashed with other groups in D.C.; some waved Iranian flags, footage shows tense scenes. According to Fox News. What do you think? Comment. #news