Congress Must Pull DHS Funding Out of Current Spending Bill after Agents Kill Another Person in Minneapolis. This situation, frankly, is beyond alarming; it’s a crisis that demands immediate action. Another life lost at the hands of DHS agents, and the response can’t be more of the same. The very core of our values – justice, accountability, and the sanctity of life – is being eroded if we continue to fund an agency that appears to operate with such blatant disregard for human life.
We need to be clear: the time for tepid measures and half-hearted attempts at reform is over.… Continue reading
In Minneapolis, a 37-year-old U.S. citizen was shot dead by federal officers, whose identity is being withheld. The incident occurred during an attempted immigration enforcement action, where the man reportedly approached officers with a gun before being shot. Details surrounding the shooting are under investigation, as the federal government has not released information to local authorities. The city’s mayor and governor have expressed concerns and called for state-led investigations, with the latter demanding federal agents avoid obstructing the investigation.
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Governor: A person has been shot, killed by federal officers in Minnesota amid immigration crackdown.
The news emerging from Minnesota is deeply disturbing, to say the least. It’s not just a case of someone being shot; the accounts paint a picture of an execution carried out by federal officers during what’s been termed an immigration operation. The emotions are raw, and the descriptions are graphic, with multiple witnesses claiming the victim was held down and then shot, not just once, but multiple times. The outrage is palpable, with accusations of murder and demands for justice echoing through the commentary. The use of the word “execution” seems to be deliberate, reflecting a belief that the actions of the officers were not a justified use of force but a deliberate act of violence.… Continue reading
In the first criminal trial stemming from a Chicago-area immigration crackdown, Juan Espinoza Martinez was found not guilty of murder-for-hire charges related to Snapchat messages offering a bounty for a Border Patrol leader. The government presented Snapchat messages from Espinoza Martinez, including one offering $10,000 to “take him down,” yet the defense argued the messages were neighborhood gossip and that the government lacked sufficient evidence. The case was part of a larger crackdown, and the verdict followed a trial that raised questions about the credibility of the Department of Homeland Security’s narratives surrounding the immigration operations.
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Federal immigration agents in Minnesota have been documented using aggressive tactics, including breaking windows, forcibly removing individuals from vehicles, and deploying pepper spray on protesters. These actions have fueled backlash and raised concerns among residents. The New York Times reviewed numerous videos, revealing that agents are entering homes without warrants, questioning people based on ethnicity, and using excessive force. Furthermore, agents have clashed with protesters, using force and chemical irritants, while often concealing their identities, which has prompted criticism regarding accountability.
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A man was fatally shot by federal law enforcement officers in Minneapolis on Saturday morning, marking the second such incident in less than three weeks. Authorities confirmed the shooting occurred during a targeted operation and claimed the man, who was a U.S. citizen, had approached officers with a handgun. Video footage of the incident has surfaced, prompting open-source analysis and sparking renewed criticism of federal agents’ presence and actions in the city. Local officials, including the Governor and Senator, have condemned the shooting and called for an end to ongoing federal operations, citing the need for greater discipline and humanity in law enforcement.
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A man was fatally shot by an immigration agent in Minneapolis on Saturday morning, marking the second such incident in just over two weeks. The shooting occurred during a “targeted operation” and followed a day of mass protests against increased immigration enforcement in the state. Videos show a struggle before shots were fired, with authorities claiming the man was armed and resisted efforts to disarm him. The incident has drawn strong condemnation from local politicians, including calls for the removal of federal agents from Minnesota, and sparked further protests marked by clashes between protesters and law enforcement.
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As the ban on dog meat consumption in Korea nears, questions arise regarding the fate of the estimated 468,000 dogs currently housed on farms. While the government focuses on eradicating the dog meat industry, the lack of plans for the dogs’ care after the ban’s implementation in February 2027 raises concerns. Animal shelters are already at capacity, and Humane World for Animals Korea emphasizes the urgent need for collaborative efforts to ensure the well-being of these animals. Despite the commendable goal of ending the dog meat trade, the government must address the welfare of the dogs by providing guidelines and resources for their rescue and care.
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Former President Donald Trump announced he will not be attending this year’s Super Bowl, citing travel concerns despite having attended the previous year’s event. He criticized the NFL’s choice of performers, Green Day and Bad Bunny, both of whom have publicly opposed his agenda, calling their selection a “terrible choice.” Trump did not mention the performers as the sole reason for his absence. Bad Bunny has been critical of Trump’s policies, especially on immigration.
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A Border Patrol agent was recorded in Minneapolis detaining a teenager after a chase. The Department of Homeland Security stated that agents were conducting immigration enforcement and had pursued a Toyota Camry, which crashed. The driver and a passenger fled on foot but were apprehended; DHS identified the driver as a 19-year-old illegal alien from Ecuador. The incident occurred during Operation Metro Surge, a federal immigration crackdown that has deployed over 3,000 personnel to Minneapolis and led to the apprehension of over 3,000 undocumented immigrants in the last six weeks.
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John Q. Hosedrinker
Minneapolis Man, 37, Shot Dead by ICE: Outrage and Calls for Action
In Minneapolis, a 37-year-old U.S. citizen was shot dead by federal officers, whose identity is being withheld. The incident occurred during an attempted immigration enforcement action, where the man reportedly approached officers with a gun before being shot. Details surrounding the shooting are under investigation, as the federal government has not released information to local authorities. The city’s mayor and governor have expressed concerns and called for state-led investigations, with the latter demanding federal agents avoid obstructing the investigation.
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