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DHS shares footage - minutes before Minneapolis ICE shooting

DHS released new video showing the minutes before the fatal Minneapolis shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent, sparking renewed nationwide protests, intense political backlash, and urgent demands for independent investigations.

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DHS shares footage - minutes before Minneapolis ICE shooting

Newly released surveillance and DHS footage has rekindled debate over the Jan 7 Minneapolis ICE shooting that killed Renee Nicole Good. The clips show the moments before the fatal encounter and have driven fresh protests and nationwide scrutiny.

DHS to send hundreds more officers to Minnesota

The Biden administration's successor has directed a surge of federal personnel to Minneapolis while changing oversight rules for lawmakers. The moves have inflamed local officials and intensified the national debate over federal immigration enforcement.

Noem pressed on CNN over ICE shooting claims

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faced repeated, high-profile TV confrontations over her early statements on the Minneapolis shooting. Anchors pressed her on factual claims and her defense of the ICE officer, producing tense exchanges that dominated Sunday shows.

Gov Pritzker says Noem should resign or be impeached

Political leaders are calling for accountability as legal and oversight fights mount. Governors and state prosecutors have demanded investigations and some Democrats are openly pressing impeachment rhetoric against the DHS chief.

Homan blames media and lawmakers for unrest after ICE shooting

Tom Homan the White House border czar has defended ICE and criticized media coverage while facing questions about his own conduct. His combative interviews and refusal to answer inquiries about an alleged bribe have drawn wide attention.

Organizers plan 1000 anti ICE protests nationwide

Thousands of demonstrations are planned or underway nationwide as outrage over federal immigration enforcement spreads. Organizers and activists have scheduled more than a thousand protests, pressuring municipal leaders and prompting law enforcement responses.

Report links ICE raids to years long Minnesota fraud scandal

Investigations into Minnesota fraud and longrunning Somali community scandals intersect with recent ICE operations, prompting federal pauses on grants and raising questions about state oversight. The probe has broad local political fallout.

Trump signs executive order to protect Venezuelan oil revenue

The U S operation in Venezuela continues to reverberate through Washington with new executive moves to protect seized oil revenue and repeated travel warnings for Americans. The White House is moving to insulate assets and citizens amid regional turmoil.

Legal experts raise concerns over Maduro capture's legality

Legal and political questions are mounting over the US raid that captured Nicolás Maduro. Experts and critics say the operation may have fraught legal precedent, while eyewitness accounts and market reactions underscore global ramifications.

CENTCOM posts video of strikes on ISIS site in Syria

The US military has launched new strikes against Islamic State positions in Syria in retaliation for recent attacks on American forces. CENTCOM released footage and officials describe a series of coordinated strikes across multiple sites.

Major Trump briefing on Iran options planned for Tuesday

With nationwide protests in Iran intensifying, the White House is briefing options on how to respond. US officials are discussing measures while Tehran warns of retaliation if foreign military action begins.

Activists say 538 killed in Iran protests

Rights groups and activists report mounting deaths as Iran cracks down on two weeks of protests. Multiple organizations publish increasingly high death tolls, heightening international alarm and calls for accountability.

Sen Tim Kaine warns Greenland takeover would be disastrous

Talk of Greenland has erupted into a diplomatic crisis as US rhetoric about seizing the island spurs NATO alarm. European capitals and US lawmakers warn of the strategic and alliance implications of any attempt to control Greenland.

Supreme Court hears case that could reshape energy litigation

High-stakes legal battles reach the Supreme Court as cases that could reshape energy litigation and presidential authority are argued. Analysts also flag a broader trend in appellate courts favoring the current administration's appointees.

Blackstone stock plunges after Trump housing investor ban plan

Wall Street and retail shake up as policy and industry moves hit share prices and footprints. A proposed ban on large investor home purchases rattled markets while retailers tighten their physical networks amid structural shifts.

Google teams with Walmart to enable shopping inside Gemini

Big tech doubles down on AI commerce as Google rolls out shopping integrations and an open protocol to let AI agents complete purchases. Retail giants are signing on as the platform push seeks to embed shopping inside chat assistants.

Deep freeze strands thousands of tourists in northern Finland

A severe Arctic freeze disrupted travel and left thousands stranded in Lapland, forcing airports to cancel flights and stranding tourists. The deep freeze underscores transport vulnerability in extreme winter conditions.

Suspect arrested after fire heavily damages Mississippi synagogue

A historic synagogue in Mississippi was the target of a pre-dawn arson attack that investigators say heavily damaged the building. Authorities arrested a suspect and are considering federal civil rights and arson charges.

Video shows armed men beating Palestinian in West Bank

Violence in the occupied West Bank has increased as settlers and Israeli forces clash with Palestinian civilians. New video and reporting document beatings, raids and an ongoing exodus from vulnerable villages.

Reza Pahlavi urges decisive action against Iran regime

Voices in exile and inside Iran are amplifying demands for change as protests deepen. Exiled royals and opposition leaders call for decisive action while domestic groups declare a readiness for a democratic transition.

Federal judge blocks key Trump mail in voting executive order

Federal courts continue to check executive moves as judges block components of recent Trump administration orders. Courts have paused election and immigration policy changes and are empaneling grand juries on related matters.

Kyiv fights to restore heat after Russian attacks cut power

Ukraine endures a harsh winter while Russian strikes target critical infrastructure, leaving hundreds of thousands without heat. Local authorities and residents face a race to restore power ahead of deepening cold.

Oregon confirms first measles cases of 2026 health officials warn

Public health alerts and recalls affect states and consumers as measles appears in Oregon and the FDA upgrades a cheese recall over listeria concerns. Vaccine and RSV guidance debates continue amid federal policy shifts.

Supreme Court will hear cases on trans athlete bans this week

The Supreme Court will take up major cases this week from transgender sports bans to environmental litigation that may set sweeping precedents. A teenager at the center of one appeal has become a focal point of the national fight.

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