AZ AG Kris Mayes sparks outrage, warning Arizona’s stand-your-ground could let civilians shoot masked ICE agents — prompting police and GOP backlash. Mayes says she’s not urging shootings and opened a portal. Source: Axios; KAWC. Thoughts? Comment. #news
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Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes ignited outrage after telling KPNX interviewer Brahm Resnik that Arizona’s “stand your ground” law could allow civilians to use deadly force against unidentifiable, masked ICE agents, saying, “if somebody comes at me wearing a mask…I can’t tell whether they’re a police officer.” Her remarks prompted swift criticism from law-enforcement groups and Republican officials as encouraging violence. Mayes said she wasn’t urging shootings and launched a portal to report alleged ICE misconduct. I could not verify reports that her top police liaison resigned; multiple local and national outlets covering the comments do not report any resignation. (foxnews.com)
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On January 24, 2026, federal immigration agents shot and killed Alex Pretti in Minneapolis during an ICE operation, sparking large protests and outrage. Gov. Tim Walz demanded federal agents leave Minneapolis and criticized the operation, and ordered the Minnesota National Guard to stage and assist local law enforcement to protect public safety. Videos and witnesses dispute federal claims that Pretti posed a threat; federal authorities say agents fired in self‑defense. Protests spread nationwide, officials pressed for investigations, and state leaders sought preservation of evidence as tensions escalated between local and federal authorities. Officials vowed investigations; communities called for justice immediately. (apnews.com)
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Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced plans to criminalize damage to the national flag, saying offenders will be punished and framing the measure as necessary to protect Japan’s honor. The proposal follows an October 2025 bill from the Sanseito party and a coalition agreement to introduce a new offence during the 2026 Diet session. Draft penalties include up to two years’ imprisonment or fines (about ¥200,000). Rights groups and critics warn the law would curb free expression and could conflict with international rights commitments. The move has provoked widespread domestic debate and some international concern over Japan’s shifting political course. (monitor.civicus.org)
