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Minnesota Death: ICU Nurse Becomes Sixth Fatality in ICE Crackdown

The killing of 37 year old ICU nurse Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents has intensified national outrage with confirmed bodycam footage and videos that appear to contradict official accounts prompting legal fights and congressional threats

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5,000+ — Price of gold per ounce tops $5,000 for the first time

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"It was a very good call, and we, actually, seemed to be on a similar wavelength" — President Donald Trump

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DHS: Bodycam Footage Exists of Minneapolis Shooting

Federal and local accounts clash over the fatal Minneapolis encounter that left a protester dead. Authorities confirmed the existence of body worn camera footage even as multiple independent videos and reporting raise questions about the official narrative and escalate calls for accountability.

Trump Sends Tom Homan to Minnesota to Oversee ICE Operations

The White House has dispatched its border czar to Minnesota as federal operations and street unrest intensify. The deployment is framed as a management move but comes amid rising national scrutiny over the use of federal immigration forces.

Senate Democrats Will Block DHS Funding After Minneapolis Shooting

Lawmakers are escalating pressure on DHS leadership and moving toward formal consequences. Democrats are coordinating to withhold funding and many members are pushing impeachment measures against the Homeland Security secretary.

Federal Judge Skeptical of Minnesota Request to End ICE Surge

Federal courts are being asked to intervene to halt or review the Minnesota immigration surge. Judges signaled skepticism of the federal operation and have limited the administration's ability to destroy or alter evidence as litigation proceeds.

How Trump Officials Portray Minneapolis Shooting vs Video

Multiple independent videos and forensic reporting are complicating the administration's account of the Minneapolis shooting. Journalists and analysts are comparing footage to official statements, deepening public scrutiny.

Minneapolis Declares New Autonomous Zone with Armed Guards

Protesters in Minneapolis have clashed with federal personnel and targeted locations linked to ICE operations. Groups have formed autonomous zones, attacked hotels believed to house agents, and forced defensive moves by law enforcement and private facilities.

Border Patrol Chief Calls Agents the Victims in Minneapolis Case

Senior DHS and Justice Department officials are trading public messages as the agency defends its agents. Border Patrol leadership and Justice officials are under fire from both critics and allies for their portrayals of the incidents.

Trump Immigration Crackdown Shakes Republicans Across Capitol Hill

Republican support for the administration's immigration operations is fracturing after successive deadly encounters in Minnesota. Some GOP figures call for restraint while others urge a harder line, producing a widening rift within the party.

DHS Killings Spike Noem's Odds of Leaving Trump Cabinet

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faces mounting calls for resignation or impeachment as accountability debates intensify. Analysts and lawmakers argue Noem's handling of federal operations has become a political liability for the administration.

DOJ Charges 31 in Nationwide ATM Jackpotting Conspiracy

The Justice Department widened a major fraud sweep tied to ATM jackpotting and other organized crime, bringing dozens of new charges. The move underscores ongoing federal efforts to dismantle transnational cyber fraud rings.

Private Jet Crashes on Takeoff in Maine During Storm

A private business jet crashed on takeoff in Maine during a severe winter storm leaving multiple dead and one survivor. Federal investigators and the FAA are probing the crash as communities reel from the loss amid extreme weather conditions.

Massive Winter Storm Leaves At Least 18 Dead Across US

A historic winter storm claimed lives across the country, knocked out power to hundreds of thousands, and strained infrastructure. Recovery efforts continue as officials warn of prolonged cold and more travel disruptions ahead.

Flight Cancellations Top 20000 As Storm Fallout Spreads

Travel chaos continued into the workweek as airlines and airports grappled with mass cancellations and delays. Officials urged patience while carriers and the FAA worked to restore normal operations.

Gold Tops $5000 an Ounce as Investors Flee Risk

Safe havens and markets shifted as investors sought shelter amid geopolitical risk and a weakening dollar. Gold surged to record levels and market watchers flagged implications for currencies and portfolios.

Aircraft Carrier USS Abraham Lincoln Sails Into Middle East

A U S carrier strike group arrived in the Middle East amid rising tensions with Iran and its proxies. Officials say the deployment expands Washington's military options as regional groups issue retaliatory threats.

Iran Backed Militias in Iraq and Yemen Threaten New Attacks

Iran allied militias in the region signaled readiness to strike as US naval forces moved closer. The warnings raise the prospect of wider confrontation if hostilities escalate.

EU Opens Investigation Into Grok AI Over Sexual Deepfakes

The European Commission launched a formal probe into Elon Musk's Grok chatbot over allegations it creates sexualized deepfake images. Regulators flagged risks to minors and nonconsensual imagery and opened infringement inquiries under the Digital Services Act.

How a Purge of China’s Military Leadership Could Impact Taiwan

Beijing's military leadership shake up has unsettled analysts and regional neighbors. The purge and investigation of a senior general raise questions about internal stability and potential implications for Taiwan and regional security.

IDF Recovers Body of Final Israeli Hostage in Gaza

Israel confirmed recovery of the final hostage's remains from Gaza, closing a long chapter for families and opening the way for a next phase in ceasefire negotiations. The recovery eased one barrier to talks even as the broader conflict remains unresolved.

EU Agrees Complete Ban on Russian Gas Imports by 2027

The European Union advanced energy and climate moves including a full phaseout of Russian gas and a major North Sea wind pact. The measures aim to accelerate energy diversification while reshaping Europe's long term supply mix.

Treasury Cancels Booz Allen Contracts After Tax Data Leak

The Treasury Department canceled contracts with a major consulting firm after a contractor leaked sensitive tax records. The move has immediate budgetary and market consequences and fuels scrutiny of vendor security and accountability.

Ferry Sinks Near Philippines Killing At Least 15

Maritime disasters and narco operations struck the Atlantic and Pacific with deadly consequences. Authorities responded to a ferry sinking in the Philippines, a semi sub drug vessel foundering off the Azores, and other coastal emergencies.

Interpol Arrests More Than 3700 Suspects in Global Trafficking Crackdown

Global law enforcement intensified operations against human traffickers while separate disasters left migrants missing at sea. Interpol reported thousands of arrests as Mediterranean crossings and mass casualty events prompted international rescue efforts.

Mysterious Dark Matter May Be Better Understood With New Galaxy Map

Astronomers released the most detailed map yet of dark matter and distant galaxies, a milestone that could reshape understanding of cosmic structure. The high resolution map offers new tools to study the unseen matter shaping the universe.

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