The Latest Breaking News from Minneapolis

Trump vs. Scalia on Sanctuary Cities and the Minneapolis Immigration Crackdown

Plus: Why is the Supreme Court’s tariff decision taking so long?

Reason · Feb 3

Trump urges US House of Representatives to vote quickly to end partial government shutdown

Trump has implored lawmakers to quicky end the partial government shutdown, promising to “work in good faith” on raised issues and concerns. The shutdown comes as Democratic lawmakers demand changes to immigration operations after the fatal shooting of two US citizens in Minneapolis in January.

Euronews · Feb 3

Alex Pretti’s death ruled a homicide by Minnesota medical examiner

It comes as Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced that all immigration officials in Minnesota would be fitted with body-worn cameras

The Independent UK · Feb 2

‘Imposition of cruelty’: Federal judge orders release of 5-year old detained by ICE over its ‘perfidious lust for unbridled power’

A federal judge has ordered the immediate release of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father, Adrian Conejo Arias, from immigration custody after a detention that sparked nationwide fury. This is a huge development, and honestly, it’s about time this family got some relief after what they’ve been through.

We Got This Covered · Feb 2

Fear in Minneapolis as ICE agents terrorise city: ‘I haven’t left my home in five weeks’

ON THE GROUND: Maria* tells chief international correspondent Bel Trew how she dare not leave her home despite living in the US for 25 years and having an American-born son. Schoolchildren and US veterans are among thousands of residents in Minneapolis unable to go about their lives as ICE agents…

The Independent UK · Feb 2

Two agents involved in Alex Pretti’s fatal shooting are identified as CBP veterans: report

Border Patrol agent Jesus Ochoa and Customs and Border Protection officer Raymundo Gutierrez have been identified in a report as the immigration agents who fired on Alex Pretti

The Independent UK · Feb 2

The playlist of the resistance

Dissenters are harnessing music as a tool of resistance.

Axios · Feb 2

Public health crisis unfolding in Minneapolis as residents avoid healthcare

Providers are arranging home visits and telehealth as neighbors pick up prescriptions, groceries and diapers

The Guardian - US · Feb 2

'F*ck ICE': The most powerful speeches at the politically-charged Grammy Awards

This year's Grammy Awards saw several artists stand up to Donald Trump and ICE. From host Trevor Noah to Olivia Dean, Billie Eilish and Bad Bunny - who targeted US immigration authorities in his acceptance speech - politics loomed large at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards.

Euronews · Feb 2

Monday briefing: The community solidarity driving the fightback against ICE in Minneapolis

In today’s newsletter: Public outrage has reached fever pitch following the killing of US citizens. But, amid the focus on violence, another story of mutual aid and neighbourhood organising is unfolding

The Guardian - UK · Feb 2