Trump’s DOJ accused of ‘extorting’ Minnesota for voter data: ‘It’s a shakedown’ AG Pam Bondi suggested Walz could ‘restore the rule of law’ by complying with a list of demands The Independent UK · Jan 27
Scoop: Stephen Miller behind misleading claim that Alex Pretti wanted to "massacre" agents The episode illustrates the sheer power of Miller, Trump's close and longest-serving political adviser. Axios · Jan 27
How government killings and kidnappings in Argentina drove mothers to resist and revolt − and eventually win A series of shootings by federal immigration agents, including two deaths in Minneapolis, have galvanized intense local and national protests against the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement operations. Federal immigration agents killed Renee Nicole Good, 37 – a mother of three – and Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old nurse, weeks apart in… The Conversation · Jan 27
Stephen Miller Notably Absent From Trump's Emergency ICE Meeting With Noem In the wake of widespread unrest after the ICE operation in Minneapolis, President Donald Trump conducted an emergency meeting without senior adviser, Stephen Miller. International Business Times · Jan 27
Biden condemns ‘our own government targeting’ US citizens in Minneapolis Ex-president avoids naming Trump but says ‘Minnesotans have suffered enough at the hands of this administration’ The Guardian - US · Jan 27
Why Stephen Miller Was Not Included As Noem Gets Two Hours With Trump Whilst Immigration Czar Stays Outside Trump excluded immigration policy architect Stephen Miller from emergency meeting with Kristi Noem following backlash over Alex Pretti killing in Minneapolis International Business Times UK · Jan 27
Shooting involving Border Patrol leaves one in critical condition near US-Mexico border The incident comes after angry protests erupted in Minneapolis after the fatal shooting by immigration agents of 37-year-old intensive care nurse Alex Pretti on Saturday. Euronews · Jan 27
Federal agents tackled him, broke his rib: What happened before ICE shot Alex Pretti An ICU nurse, Alex Pretti, was fatally shot by ICE agents a week after suffering a broken rib during a prior aggressive encounter with federal agents. A memo requested agents collect extensive information on protesters, raising concerns about First Amendment rights. DHS stated such record-keeping is standard protocol for prosecution. The Times of India · Jan 27
Trump's One-Word Slam on Firing Kristi Noem Sparks Wild Backlash and Political Firestorm Trump's terse 'No' to firing DHS Secretary Kristi Noem sparks sharp cross‑party criticism and renewed scrutiny of federal law enforcement after fatal Minneapolis shootings. International Business Times UK · Jan 27
'Not Welcome,' Milan Mayor Reacts as US Plans to Send ICE Agents for Winter Olympics in Italy The US plans to send ICE agents to the Winter Olympics in Italy, a move that has drawn objections from Italians, prompting Milan Mayor Giuseppe Sala to say they are not welcome International Business Times UK · Jan 27
Alex Pretti Was 'On the Radar' and Left With Broken Rib Just a Week Before Fatal Border Patrol Shooting New evidence shows Alex Pretti was injured by federal agents days before his fatal shooting by Border Patrol; ensuing court battles focus on evidence preservation and accountability. International Business Times UK · Jan 27
No, Alex Pretti Was Not Fired from His Job as ICU Nurse as Viral Theory Debunked Claims that Alex Pretti, the ICU nurse who was shot by ICE agents in Minneapolis, was fired from his job for misconduct are proven to be false. International Business Times UK · Jan 27
New video shows run up to killing of Alex Pretti and undercuts DHS claim that he had brandished his handgun Video contradicts Trump administration description of Pretti as a ‘would-be assassin’ bent on causing ‘maximum damage’ The Independent UK · Jan 27
Trump and Noem’s ICE proves no match for ‘Minnesota Nice’ — and what that really means IN FOCUS: There’s been nothing passive-aggressive in how Minnesotans have stood up against the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in Minneapolis, writes Rhian Lubin The Independent UK · Jan 27
The Times of India · Jan 27 Anti-ICE protest in Minneapolis: Biden praises Minnesotans; Melania Trump calls for unity after Alex Pretti shooting Following two fatal ICE-linked shootings in Minneapolis, former President Joe Biden condemned the violence as a betrayal of American values, praising Minnesotans for speaking out. In contrast, First Lady Melania Trump urged for unity and peaceful protest, emphasizing the administration's efforts to de-escalate the situation.
The Independent UK · Jan 27 Trump defends Noem in wake of Minnesota shooting and says he will not ask her to resign President won’t sack embattled homeland security chief amid calls for her impeachment
Roll Call · Jan 27 A GOP clash over right to carry The fatal shooting of a citizen in Minneapolis has divided Republicans over the right-to-carry but united Democrats against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
International Business Times UK · Jan 27 Trump Immigration Approval Plummets to 39% as Americans Declare Federal Agents' Tactics Have 'Gone Too Far' Poll shows Trump's immigration approval at record low 39% after fatal shootings, with 58% saying enforcement has 'gone too far'
The Times of India · Jan 27 Jimmy Kimmel breaks down on air over ICE killing of Alex Pretti, says ‘every day is a nightmare now’ Jimmy Kimmel became emotional on his show, weeping twice while discussing the fatal shooting of ICU nurse Alex Pretti by ICE agents in Minneapolis. He described the events as atrocities committed by "goons" and urged for courage from the right. Kimmel expressed personal distress, noting family in the city and…
We Got This Covered · Jan 27 Dog-sKristi Noem on the chopping block as her attack on Alex Pretti pushes Trump’s patience to the limit Could this be the end for Kristi Noem?
The Times of India · Jan 27 Megyn Kelly says she doesn’t feel sorry for Alex Pretti, claims he was ‘looking to cause trouble’ Megyn Kelly faces widespread criticism for her lack of sympathy towards Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse fatally shot by federal agents. Kelly stated she doesn't feel sorry for Pretti, arguing that interfering with law enforcement operations escalates danger. Her remarks have drawn sharp condemnation from across the political spectrum, with…
International Business Times UK · Jan 27 Defiant 'ICE Barbie' Refuses To Budge As Impeachment Fury Engulfs Kristi Noem Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem resists calls to resign as impeachment grows over disputed immigration enforcement and fatal shootings, sparking controversy and cross‑party criticism.
The Independent UK · Jan 27 Spencer Pratt reveals the warning Friends star Lisa Kudrow gave Heidi Montag about him Pratt recalls the interaction in his new memoir, ‘The Guy You Loved to Hate: Confessions from a Reality TV Villain’
Reason · Jan 27 Tom Homan Isn't the Solution Homan is a bully with little regard for rights or the rule of law. And the problems with Trump's immigration tactics point back to the White House itself.
The Guardian - US · Jan 27 Pressure mounts on Kristi Noem as Republicans join calls for her to go Key senators urge resignation as Democrats threaten to impeach DHS secretary if Trump does not fire her