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Is this the darkest period of Donald Trump’s second term?

The White House’s tone might be softening after outrage about the Minnesota ICE shootings, but there’s no reason to expect a policy shift

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Trump staff suggest referring to him as the ‘superhuman president’ despite the fact a handshake is allegedly enough to bruise his hand

They're saying he's fitter than Obama and somehow keeping a straight face.

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Donald Trump Covers Left Hand With a Glove as 'Rotting Hand' Draws More Health Scrutiny

US President Donald Trump was seen covering his left hand with a glove, fuelling intense discussion about his health as experts weigh in on visible bruises and official explanations.

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Karoline Leavitt just threw Stephen Miller under the bus for calling Alex Pretti a ‘domestic terrorist’ — and she didn’t even flinch

At a White House press briefing on Jan. 26, 2026, reporters asked Karoline Leavitt about comments from her own administration about Alex Pretti. Apparently, the Minnesota ICE victim is considered a “domestic terrorist” by Leavitt’s peers. But her response? It’s on them.

The Mary Sue

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

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

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.

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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

Trump can’t remember the word ‘Alzheimer’s’ when describing his dad’s health problems

Trump became the oldest president to be sworn into office last January

The Independent UK

John Fetterman Calls On Trump To 'Immediately Fire' Kristi Noem After Minneapolis Fallout

Democratic Senator John Fetterman called on President Donald Trump to fire Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem as the agency continues to face backlash after the killing of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis.

Latin Times

Alex Pretti's Death During ICE Raid Puts Kristi Noem and Close Adviser Corey Lewandowski Under Fire

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and adviser Corey Lewandowski are reportedly at risk of being ousted as Donald Trump sidelines DHS leadership following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti.

International Business Times UK

Florida nurse fired for wishing ‘fourth degree tear’ on Karoline Leavitt during labor

Lexie Lawler, a labor and delivery nurse, sparked outrage when she ranted online that she hoped the White House press secretary would endure a painful child birth

The Independent UK

Ilhan Omar sprayed with unknown substance during town hall in Minneapolis – as it happened

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The Guardian - US

Trump holds late-night crisis talks with Kristi Noem amid reports her job is at serious risk

The Oval Office meeting, also attended by top aides and the White House press secretary, was instigated by Noem herself and lasted for almost two hours

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Trump Sends Border Czar to Minnesota After Minneapolis ICE Shootings — Outrage Grows

US President Trump sends his border security point man to Minnesota to seize control of the situation as immigration raids prompt public outrage

The Independent UK

White House blames Minnesota Democrats and distances Trump from Alex Pretti ‘assassin’ remarks

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the shooting and killing by a federal immigration officer of Minneapolis protester Alex Pretti “occurred as a result of a deliberate and hostile resistance by Democrat leaders in Minnesota.”

The Times of India

‘Trump doesn’t want violence on US streets’: White House defends immigration crackdown after Alex Pretti killing in Minneapolis

The White House on Monday addressed the second shooting by anti-immigrant agents in Minneapolis city in Minnesota, with press secretary Karoline Leavitt expressing regret while simultaneously criticising Democrats. While claiming president Donald Trump doesn't want violence, the administration quickly shifted blame to Democratic leaders for resisting Immigration and Customs Enforcement…

The Guardian - US

White House backtracks initial claims about Alex Pretti after intense backlash

Widely circulated video of Pretti’s killing by federal agents undercut earlier assertions of him being a gunman

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Axios

All of Trump's moves to ease political backlash in Minnesota

Trump appears to be softening his tone after weeks of escalation in Minnesota.

The Independent UK

Trump’s DOJ wants Minnesota blocked from Alex Pretti evidence as judges consider next moves for federal surge

State officials fight in court to preserve evidence and push for an end to Trump’s ‘invasion’

The Independent UK

What we know about the investigations into the Minneapolis shooting death of Alex Pretti

The fatal shooting of Minneapolis man Alex Pretti by federal immigration officers has sparked calls for an independent investigation

The Independent UK

White House denies Homan sent to Minnesota because Noem lost Trump’s trust

Karoline Leavitt claimed Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has the “full confidence” of Donald Trump after he announced Tom Homan will now oversee ICE operations in Minnesota.

The Independent UK

Trump moves the goal posts on Alex Pretti killing. Has the public’s ICE anger finally hit home at the White House?

ANALYSIS: ANALYSIS: Trump’s dispatching of Tom Homan to Minneapolis lets him keep his base happy while avoiding more of the violence that has stoked massive public anger in recent days, Andrew Feinberg writes

The Independent UK

White House claims ICE protests are ‘cover-up for Minneapolis fraud’

Karoline Leavitt claimed that Tim Walz and Jacob Frey have been encouraging ICE protesters to “distract” from Minnesota’s childcare fraud scandal.

The Guardian - US

White House avoids Minneapolis tirade as signs suggest Trump backing down

Karoline Leavitt seemed unusually defensive in discussing Alex Pretti’s killing – and refused to endorse Stephen Miller

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