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ICE Shooting in Minneapolis: Woman Killed During Federal Raid

A federal ICE operation in Minneapolis turned deadly when an ICE officer shot and killed a 37 year old woman during an enforcement action. Multiple videos and conflicting official accounts have sparked mass protests and national political backlash.

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2 — Number of Venezuela linked oil tankers seized by US forces in coordinated operations

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"Get the f*** out" — Mayor Jacob Frey

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ICE officer kills Minneapolis driver during immigration sweep

A federal ICE operation in Minneapolis resulted in a fatal shooting that was captured on video and has ignited protests and political fury. Conflicting official accounts and released footage are driving a nationwide debate over federal enforcement tactics.

Walz issues warning order to ready Minnesota National Guard

Local and state leaders have sharply rebuked federal officials after the Minneapolis shooting and are preparing for unrest. Governors and mayors are weighing National Guard deployments while congressional members spar over jurisdiction and accountability.

Trump defends ICE agent amid outrage over Minneapolis killing

President Trump and White House allies have publicly defended the ICE agent and blamed political opponents, inflaming tensions. The administration's statements and social posts have intensified partisan divisions around the incident.

DOJ dispatches prosecutors to Minnesota fraud probe

Federal prosecutors are escalating investigative resources in Minnesota amid a broader fraud probe tied to childcare and state grants. Audits and DOJ deployments signal a sustained federal crackdown on alleged widespread abuse of public funds.

US military seizes Russian flagged tanker in North Atlantic

The U.S. has seized multiple tankers linked to Venezuela and moved to control Caracas oil sales, escalating a major showdown at sea. Washington says it will market Venezuelan crude and oversee proceeds while tensions with Russia and allies rise.

Rubio outlines post Maduro plan for Venezuela

Congress and the Senate are grappling with policy responses after the Venezuela operation and tanker seizures. Lawmakers are debating sanctions, oversight of oil revenues and the political fallout from the raid that ousted Nicolás Maduro.

Senators warn they may act to rein in any Greenland power grab

Trump administration talk of acquiring Greenland has provoked a bipartisan backlash and diplomatic alarm. Senators and foreign partners are warning against military options as the White House discusses purchase and strategic control.

Trump quits 1992 climate treaty in sweeping US pullback

The White House has begun seizing the United States from several international commitments including climate and UN linked bodies. The moves signal a major retreat from multilateral frameworks and have immediate diplomatic consequences.

Trump proposes $1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027

President Trump is pressing Congress for a dramatic military buildup and demanding reforms from defense contractors. His proposals and threats to restrict dividends and buybacks have roiled markets and defense firms.

Blackstone shares plunge after Trump targets institutional home buyers

The White House is targeting Wall Street home buyers and large investors as part of a housing affordability push. Markets reacted sharply after administration comments and executives warned the policy could reshape the housing market.

Pittsburgh Post Gazette owners announce paper will shut down in May

The historic Pittsburgh Post Gazette will cease publication this spring as ownership cites mounting losses and labor disputes. The closure marks a major contraction in local journalism and raises concerns about news deserts in key swing states.

Kennedy unveils new dietary guidelines that flip the food pyramid

The administration unveiled sweeping federal nutrition changes that upend the traditional food pyramid, prioritizing whole foods protein and healthy fats. Experts are divided and states and institutions face rapid implementation decisions.

CharacterAI and Google settle lawsuits over teen suicide claims

Several major tech and AI legal cases moved toward settlement as questions about chatbot harms and platform responsibility mount. The deals and new products signal industry efforts to blunt regulatory and legal exposure.

Anthropic in talks to raise $10 billion at $350 billion valuation

Investors and startups are lining up behind next generation AI firms as massive fundraising rounds signal continued investor faith. Valuation chatter and term sheets point to a major inflow of capital into the AI sector.

Chase to take over Apple Card from Goldman Sachs

Major shifts in consumer finance are underway as JPMorgan prepares to assume issuing duties for the Apple Card. The move ends Goldman Sachs' role and signals consolidation in tech bank partnerships.

Speaker Johnson invites Trump to deliver State of the Union on Feb 24

The White House and Congress are setting the calendar for the year with a State of the Union invitation and related planning. The scheduled address frames upcoming political fights over spending, foreign policy and the midterm agenda.

Iranian protests escalate as regime cracks down on demonstrators

Mass protests in Iran have intensified amid deadly clashes and mass arrests, drawing international attention and calls for protection. The uprising adds another geopolitical flashpoint as global powers weigh responses.

Russia Ukraine war daily roundup lists key events

The Russia Ukraine front remains active with fresh strikes and diplomatic maneuvering. Lawmakers in Washington are advancing new sanctions as tensions spike in the North Atlantic following tanker seizures and naval incidents.

House Oversight hearing on Minnesota fraud erupts in partisan fury

Congress held contentious hearings into Minnesota fraud and broader misuse of federal funds as partisan clashes erupted. Lawmakers are seeking subpoenas and additional oversight as the scale of alleged fraud becomes clearer.

Key airline quits deportation business amid backlash

Avelo and other carriers are rethinking government deportation charters amid public pushback and business shifts. Airlines are ending deportation flights and trimming operations as legal and reputational risks grow.

ADP reports private payrolls rose but hiring remains sluggish

Economic indicators and corporate earnings painted a mixed market picture as hiring slowed and tech profit beats tempered investor sentiment. Memory chip demand and AI server orders are lifting some tech names while jobs data soften.

Judge signals Elon Musk fraud suit against OpenAI likely to go to trial

High profile legal fights and internal DOJ concerns are shaping the national legal landscape. Judges signaled trials in major AI suits and the Justice Department faces scrutiny over resources and unfinished probes.

EU moves to clamp down on Grok and TikTok over AI risks

Europe and regulators are moving to rein in AI harms while platforms face renewed scrutiny over sexual content and deepfakes. The coordinated scrutiny aims to curb the most dangerous uses of generative AI.

Trump seeks $6 million in legal fees after Georgia case dismissed

Trump pursued legal recovery of fees from failed prosecutions as part of a broader partisan legal counterattack. Motions in Georgia and Fulton County aim to force prosecutors to pay millions in defense costs as cases collapse.

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