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June 20, 2025
Crime
Immigration

Assaults on ICE Agents Have Surged 500%.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents are facing a 500 percent increase in assaults while conducting deportation enforcement operations, according to new Department of Homeland Security (DHS) data.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: ICE agents, DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin, and Democrat politicians, including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY), Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Recent weeks across the United States, including cities like Los Angeles, Seattle, and Portland.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Every day the men and women of ICE put their lives on the line to protect and defend the lives of American citizens,” said DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin.

🎯IMPACT: The assaults and anti-ICE rhetoric have coincided with pro-illegal immigrant riots and protests in several cities, raising concerns about the safety of ICE agents and the enforcement of immigration laws.

IN FULL

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has released new data revealing that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents are facing a 500 percent increase in assaults as they attempt to carry out deportation enforcement operations across the United States. DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin stated, “Today, the Department of Homeland Security released new data revealing that ICE law enforcement is now facing a 500 percent increase in assaults while carrying out enforcement operations.”

McLaughlin highlighted a recent case involving Roberto Carlos Munoz, a convicted child sex offender who entered the U.S. illegally. Munoz dragged an ICE agent 50 yards with his car while trying to evade arrest.

McLaughlin emphasized the daily risks ICE agents face, saying, “Every day the men and women of ICE put their lives on the line to protect and defend the lives of American citizens.” She also criticized Democrat politicians for their rhetoric, which she described as contributing to the surge in assaults. “Make no mistake, Democrat politicians like Hakeem Jeffries, Mayor Wu of Boston, Governor Tim Walz, and Mayor Bass of Los Angeles are contributing to the surge in assaults of our ICE officers through their repeated vilification and demonization of ICE,” McLaughlin added.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu (D) and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (D) have previously compared ICE to the Nazis, while House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) threatened to expose the identities of ICE agents. Jeffries recently stated, “Every single ICE agent who is engaged in this aggressive overreach and are trying to hide their identities from the American people will be unsuccessful in doing that … every single one of them, no matter what it takes, no matter how long it takes will of course be identified.” This would expose ICE personnel and their families to possible reprisals from far-left extremists and terrorist and organized crime groups, such as the cartels.

In addition to the surge in assaults, protests against ICE have escalated, with some turning into riots in cities such as Los Angeles, Seattle, and Portland. However, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled unanimously Thursday evening that President Donald J. Trump has the authority to federalize California’s National Guard to protect federal agents, including ICE personnel, and federal property.

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June 19, 2025
Crime
Immigration

Chinese Student Convicted Over International Rape Spree.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A Chinese PhD student, Zhenhao Zou, was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 22 years and 227 days after being convicted of drugging and raping 10 women in London, England, and his native China. Evidence suggests there are dozens of additional victims.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Zhenhao Zou, a 28-year-old student, and his victims, three of whom have been identified, with police suspecting many more.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Crimes occurred between September 2019 and May 2023 in London and China; sentencing took place at Inner London Crown Court on Thursday, June 19.

💬KEY QUOTE: “The sheer scale of his offending, which spanned two countries, makes him one of the most prolific predators we have ever seen.” – Detective Inspector Richard Mackenzie

🎯IMPACT: Zou’s case highlights ongoing concerns related to migrant crime across the Western world, where foreign nationals have been convicted of offenses from burglary, to rape, to murder.

IN FULL

Zhenhao Zou, a 28-year-old Chinese PhD student, has been sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 22 years and 227 days for drugging and raping 10 women across London, England, and China. The Inner London Crown Court heard that Zou filmed nine of the rapes and kept a trophy box of his victims’ belongings, with police fearing the actual number of victims could be far higher.

Judge Rosina Cottage described Zou as a “very bright young man” who used a “charming mask” to manipulate and hide his predatory behavior. She added that his crimes had “devastating and long-term effects” on the victims. Zou was convicted of 11 counts of rape, three counts of voyeurism, and several related charges, including possession of sedative drugs with intent to commit sexual offenses.

Detective Inspector Richard Mackenzie noted, “The sheer scale of his offending, which spanned two countries, makes him one of the most prolific predators we have ever seen.” Zou, who lived in London as an international engineering student, targeted fellow Chinese students through WeChat and dating apps, inviting them to his flat where he would drug and assault them.

One victim, in her impact statement, said, “I have lost faith in human beings, I have no trust in others. Before this incident, I was not aware that a human could do such evil things.” Another victim described being “haunted” by nightmares of Zou’s actions, stating, “What happened that night is etched into my soul forever.” Scotland Yard revealed that 24 additional women have come forward following media coverage of Zou’s trial, believing they may have been his victims.

Commander Kevin Southworth of the Metropolitan Police encouraged other potential victims to come forward, assuring them they would be treated with “empathy, kindness, and respect.” Police have video evidence of 50 additional victims that they are still attempting to trace, and at least 24 women have already come forward in the wake of his conviction.

In the U.S., the Trump administration is currently moving to increase the vetting of foreign students, particularly from China, who often have ties to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).

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June 19, 2025
Crime
News

Border Patrol Found a Massive Tunnel From Tijuana to the U.S.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Border Patrol agents discovered a sophisticated cross-border smuggling tunnel connecting California to Tijuana, Mexico.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), and Mexican law enforcement officials.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The tunnel was discovered in April under the Otay Mesa Port of Entry in San Diego, with its entrance in Mexico finally discovered earlier this week.

💬KEY QUOTE: “As we continue to strengthen the nation’s air and maritime border security, it’s not surprising that foreign terrorist organizations would resort to underground routes.” – Acting Chief Patrol Agent Jeffrey D. Stalnaker.

🎯IMPACT: The discovery highlights ongoing dangers to the U.S. at the southern border and the Trump administration’s efforts to crack down on them.

IN FULL

Border Patrol agents in San Diego, California, have uncovered a sophisticated smuggling tunnel connecting California to Tijuana, Mexico. The tunnel, which reportedly extended over 1,000 feet into the U.S., was discovered by the San Diego Sector Tunnel Team in April under the Otay Mesa Port of Entry.

The tunnel, still under construction, included a rail track for moving cargo, as well as electrical wiring, lighting, and ventilation systems. According to officials, the passage was about 50 feet underground at its deepest point and measured 42 inches in height and 28 inches in width.

Jeffrey D. Stalnaker, Acting Chief Patrol Agent of the San Diego Sector, stated, “As we continue to strengthen the nation’s air, and maritime border security, it’s not surprising that foreign terrorist organizations would resort to underground routes.” He emphasized the importance of disrupting narcotics smuggling tunnels to safeguard American lives.

Agents encountered makeshift barriers designed to hinder their movement south through the tunnel. However, earlier this week, they identified a possible exit point in Mexico and coordinated with Mexican law enforcement, who later executed a search warrant at a residence in Nueva Tijuana. The tunnel’s entrance was found concealed under freshly laid tile.

Officials believe the tunnel was intended to transport large quantities of drugs into the United States. This discovery comes amidst ongoing efforts to address cross-border smuggling, including legislation passed by the House of Representatives in March requiring annual reports to Congress on such tunnels.

While President Donald J. Trump‘s tougher border policy has led to a massive decline in illegal immigration, drug smuggling remains a problem at the southern border. Last month, a woman was caught smuggling enough fentanyl in her body to easily kill her if the package had leaked in any way.

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June 18, 2025
Lauren Gallagher
Crime
Immigration

These Democrats Have All Been Arrested for Interfering With Federal Immigration Enforcement.

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❓What Happened: Multiple elected Democrats have been arrested or charged with crimes tied to obstructing federal immigration enforcement across several U.S. cities and courtrooms.

👤Who’s Involved: Sen. Alex Padilla, Rep. LaMonica McIver, Mayor Ras Baraka, New York City Comptroller Brad Lander, Judge Hannah Dugan, and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officials.

📍When & Where: Arrests occurred between April and June 2025 in California, New Jersey, New York, and Wisconsin.

🎯Impact: The arrests highlight growing federal-local tensions over immigration enforcement and raise legal questions for several prominent Democratic figures ahead of 2026.

IN FULL

A growing number of Democrats, including elected officials, have now been arrested or charged with obstruction of justice and other crimes. The cases reflect mounting tensions between federal immigration enforcement and Democrats, particularly in sanctuary cities and states that have long resisted cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA) was handcuffed by federal agents for interrupting a news conference. The conference was held by Kristi Noem, the Homeland Security Secretary, in a federal building in West Los Angeles on June 12, 2025. Noem was addressing recent pro-illegal immigrant riots in Los Angeles when Padilla abruptly stood up and approached, shouting, “I have questions for the secretary!” before being confronted by Secret Service agents. Video footage shows the senator struggling with multiple agents before being dragged from the room and ultimately pinned to the ground by federal agents and arrested.

Brad Lander, New York City Comptroller and a Democratic mayoral candidate, was arrested on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, by federal agents at an immigration courthouse in Lower Manhattan. He was holding onto an illegal alien whom federal agents were seeking to arrest and demanding to see a warrant. A Department of Homeland Security (DHS) spokeswoman said that Lander had assaulted and impeded a law enforcement officer. He has yet to face any formal charges.

“You don’t have the authority to arrest U.S. citizens,” Mr. Lander insists repeatedly in video footage of the incident. “I’m not obstructing. I’m standing right here in the hallway. I asked to see the judicial warrant.” However, immigration lawyers say agents do not require judicial warrants to make arrests in immigration courts because they’re public spaces.

Ras J. Baraka, Mayor of Newark, was arrested at a disorderly protest outside an ICE detention center. Additionally, three Congress members with Baraka were detained at the scene on May 9, 2025. Baraka was taken to a separate federal ICE detention facility in Newark and charged with trespassing. Five hours later, he was released. Tricia McLaughlin, for the DHS, called the episode a “bizarre political stunt” in a social media post. She shared video footage from the arrest, stating, “The mayor has been informed that he is more than welcome to enter the facility, as long as he follows security protocols like everyone else.”

New Jersey Representative LaMonica R. McIver was indicted by a federal grand jury for allegedly assaulting two federal agents while trying to block the arrest of Newark Mayor Ra J. Baraka outside the Delaney Hall federal immigration detention center on May 9. Robert Tansey, a special agent with the DHS, said that McIver tried to use her body to prevent the mayor’s arrest, “slammed her forearm” into an agent, and “tried to restrain” him by “forcibly grabbing him.” If convicted, McIver faces up to a maximum of eight years for the two obstruction counts and one year for the third count.

Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan, who is officially nonpartisan, has been charged in federal court with felony obstruction of justice and misdemeanor concealment after allegedly helping a man avoid arrest by U.S. immigration authorities in April 2025. According to federal prosecutors, Dugan escorted Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, 31, and his lawyer out of her courtroom through a back door on April 18, 2025, after learning of U.S. ICE agents in the courthouse seeking to arrest Flores-Ruiz for being in the country illegally. Dugan could face up to six years in prison and a $350,000 fine if convicted. She has pleaded not guilty, and her trial has been postponed. The Wisconsin Supreme Court has suspended the judge, saying it is in the public interest to temporarily relieve her of her duties as she faces federal charges.

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June 18, 2025
Crime
News

Antifa Arson Campaign Targets Amazon.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Specialist police are investigating after dozens of Amazon and Deutsche Telekom trucks were set ablaze in Berlin, Germany, with an ultra-left group claiming responsibility for the attacks.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: The Berlin fire brigade, state security services, and an anonymous group using the Antifa-linked left-extremist platform Indymedia.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The fires occurred early Tuesday morning in the Lichtenberg and Britz neighborhoods of Berlin.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Both companies profit immensely from global militarization and the escalating wars.” – Anonymous ‘Antimilitarist’ author

🎯IMPACT: The attacks are part of a broader, years-long campaign by radical leftists targeting infrastructure to undermine public confidence in Western systems.

IN FULL

Specialist police are investigating after an ultra-left group claimed responsibility for the burning of dozens of Amazon and Deutsche Telekom trucks in Berlin this week. The Berlin fire brigade deployed 100 firemen to tackle the blazes in the Lichtenberg and Britz neighborhoods early Tuesday morning, where large numbers of vehicles were destroyed.

The fires started simultaneously at the two locations, miles apart, and were already well-established when emergency services arrived. In total, 19 Amazon delivery vans and 17 Deutsche Telekom vans were destroyed. Five additional vehicles were damaged by flames at the Amazon compound, according to Tageschau. The attacks coincided with Amazon celebrating the opening of its new Berlin headquarters, the city’s tallest office tower.

A letter published on the Antifa-linked left-extremist platform Indymedia claimed responsibility for the incidents. The anonymous author alleged both Amazon and Deutsche Telekom are “legitimate targets” due to their connections with Israel and Germany‘s security services. The statement claimed, “Amazon’s servers and cloud services are used by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) to store the vast amounts of data obtained from mass surveillance of the Palestinian population.”

The letter also condemned Deutsche Telekom, asserting it supports “border authorities, police, and intelligence services” and criticized its collaboration with Elon Musk’s Starlink, which the group accused of aiding military operations in Ukraine and Israel. The group called for further attacks against infrastructure systems that allegedly sustain “fascism” and “imperialism.”

These attacks are part of an ongoing campaign by leftist extremists targeting critical infrastructure across Europe. Similar incidents have occurred in recent years, including sabotaging railway systems, power lines, and communication networks in Germany, France, and Italy.

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June 18, 2025
Crime

Someone Broke Into Assassinated Minnesota Lawmaker Melissa Hortman’s Home.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A break-in occurred at the home of the late Minnesota Democratic state Rep. Melissa Hortman just three days after she and her husband were killed in an apparently politically motivated attack.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: The late Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, were victims of a fatal attack. Suspect Vance Luther Boelter is in custody; the person or persons who broke into the Hortmans’ home are currently unknown.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The break-in occurred overnight on June 17, 2025, at the Hortman residence in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota.

💬KEY QUOTE: “The home appeared to have been searched by an unknown individual; however, the family has indicated that they don’t believe anything is missing,” Brooklyn Park Police stated.

🎯IMPACT: The incident has heightened concerns about the safety of public officials and their families following politically motivated violence.

IN FULL

The home of slain Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman (D) was broken into on Tuesday evening, prompting law enforcement to establish a security perimeter around the residence. The break-in occurred just three days after Hortman, the former Speaker of the Minnesota state House of Representatives, and her husband, Mark, were murdered by Vance Luther Boelter, a former appointee of Governor Tim Walz (D-MN).

“At 8:00 AM, Brooklyn Park Police were alerted to an overnight break-in at the residence of late State Representative Melissa Hortman,” police stated. “It was discovered that the plywood covering the rear window of the home had been pried off and the window broken to gain entry.”

“The home appeared to have been searched by an unknown individual; however, the family has indicated that they don’t believe anything is missing,” the police statement continued, emphasizing that “all evidence related to the homicides had been collected” before the burglary.

The fact that the home had been searched by an unknown person or persons has renewed speculation among the public that Boelter, 57, may not have acted alone. A former state board appointee of Gov. Walz, Boelter visited the homes of at least four Minnesota lawmakers in the early hours of June 14, disguised as a law enforcement officer. Hortman and her husband were shot and killed, while State Senator John Hoffman (D) and his wife, Yvette, were both critically wounded in another shooting. The other two lawmakers, whose identities have not been made public, were not at home when Boelter arrived.

Law enforcement apprehended Boelter late Sunday night, following what officials described as the largest manhunt in Minnesota’s history. He now faces both state and federal charges, some of which could carry the death penalty if he is convicted.

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June 18, 2025
Crime
Politics

Top U.S. Cities Have One Thing in Common: No Democrats in Power.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Provo, Utah, was declared the most efficient city in the U.S., according to a WalletHub study analyzing 148 cities based on factors like crime, unemployment, and infrastructure.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Provo Mayor Michelle Kaufusi, WalletHub researchers, and other city officials across the U.S.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The study was published in June 2025, focusing on cities nationwide, with Provo, Utah, ranking first.

🎯IMPACT: Provo’s success highlights the effectiveness of conservative leadership in fostering low crime, economic growth, and strong education outcomes.

IN FULL

Provo, Utah, has been named the most efficient city in the United States, according to a WalletHub study that analyzed 148 cities on factors such as unemployment, crime, infrastructure quality, education outcomes, and economic health. Provo, run by Republican Mayor Michelle Kaufusi since 2017, achieved the top ranking due to its low crime rates, strong economy, and high graduation rates.

The city boasts the fourth-lowest violent crime rate and seventh-lowest property crime rate in the nation. It also ranks 22nd for infrastructure quality and eighth for unemployment. Provo’s economy is growing at a rate of 5.2 percent, and its high school graduation rate stands at nearly 91 percent, signaling a bright future for the city of just over 113,000 residents.

Nampa, Idaho, ranked second in the study, also under Republican leadership. Mayor Debbie Kling has overseen a city with the lowest property crime rate in the nation and a government with remarkably low debt—just $478 per capita in long-term debt. This contrasts sharply with cities like New York, where residents would need to contribute over $34,000 each to eliminate their city’s debt.

Manchester, New Hampshire, placed third, with Republican Mayor Jay Ruais taking office in January 2024. Manchester excels in environmental health, boasting the seventh-lowest air pollution in the country, alongside a strong real estate market and low unemployment. The city’s lack of state income and general sales taxes has also attracted new residents.

At the other end of the spectrum, San Francisco, California, was ranked the worst-run city in the study, burdened by the highest debt levels and ongoing issues with crime and homelessness. Other poorly-ranked cities included Detroit, Oakland, and Baltimore, all of which struggle with high crime rates and weak public services. San Francisco’s financial health was downgraded by S&P Global in December 2024, reflecting the challenges facing Democrat-led cities.

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June 17, 2025
Crime
News

Antifa Sharpshooter Charged Over Trump Assassination Threat.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A former Coast Guard officer and self-described Antifa member, Peter Stinson, was arrested for allegedly threatening to assassinate President Donald J. Trump.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Peter Stinson, President Trump, and investigators from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) counter-terrorism task force.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Stinson was arrested on Monday, June 16, 2025, in Virginia following an FBI investigation.

💬KEY QUOTE: Stinson “self-identified as a member of Antifa”, investigators said.

🎯IMPACT: If convicted, Stinson could face up to five years in prison, adding to a series of recent threats against the president and other officials.

IN FULL

Peter Stinson, a former Coast Guard officer and self-identified Antifa member, has been arrested for allegedly threatening to assassinate President Donald J. Trump. According to a 19-page Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) affidavit, Stinson made multiple threats online involving firearms, knives, and poisoning.

Stinson, who served in the Coast Guard for 33 years until 2021, was trained as a sharpshooter and worked as an instructor at the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). He is also listed as a coordinator for the MayDay Movement, a group advocating for the impeachment and removal of President Trump as the 47th president. Investigators noted that Stinson posted graphic threats on social media and referenced “8647,” a phrase shared online by former FBI Director James Comey, which was interpreted as a threat against Trump.

The affidavit also highlighted Stinson’s online comments following the July 2024 attempted assassination of Trump by Thomas Matthew Crooks. Stinson allegedly described the failed attempt as “a missed opportunity.” He also wrote that he lacked the “necessary skills” for such an act, but later contradicted himself, implying he did have the ability.

Convictions for threatening a president can carry up to five years in prison, though some sentences have been lighter. Stinson’s case is the latest in a string of incidents involving threats against President Trump, including the foiled assassination attempt by Crooks and another attempt by pro-Ukraine activist Ryan Routh.

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June 16, 2025
Crime

Walz-Linked Shooter Targeted 2 Other Homes. Here’s What We Know.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Federal officials believe that Vance Luther Boelter, who allegedly shot two Minnesota state representatives and their spouses, visited the homes of at least two other state lawmakers early Saturday morning intending to murder them.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Vance Luther Boelter, Melissa Hortman, John Hoffman, two other Minnesota lawmakers, state law enforcement, and Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The murders and attempted murders occurred early Saturday morning, June 14, with Boelter eventually captured by state law enforcement on Sunday, June 15.

💬KEY QUOTE: “This was a political assassination,” Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson said on Monday.

🎯IMPACT: The revelation that Boelter visited the homes of additional targets suggests the assassin had far broader plans to kill state officials.

IN FULL
Federal officials revealed that alleged Minnesota assassin Vance Luther Boelter, accused of shooting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses in their homes, visited the homes of two other state lawmakers on Saturday morning, but moved on as neither was present. Boelter allegedly shot and killed state Representative Melissa Hortman (D) and her husband, and critically wounded state Senator John Hoffman (D) and his wife Yvette.
In all four incidents, it is believed that Boelter approached the homes disguised as a police officer and claimed to be investigating some sort of crime when someone answered the door. The first home visited by Boelter was that of state Senator Hoffman, with both the lawmaker and his wife being critically wounded by the assassin. Next, Boelter drove to the home of another, unnamed, lawmaker, but discovered it empty.
However, in the second of the failed shooting attempts, an actual local law enforcement official now believes they encountered Boelter sitting outside the lawmaker’s residence in an SUV. The officer says they approached the vehicle and a man in a police uniform sitting inside, and assumed the individual was dispatched to provide a protective detail. However, when the officer tried to verbally address the individual, the man in the SUV continued staring straight ahead.
After the initial encounter, the law enforcement officer says they proceeded to check on the home, knocking on the front door and receiving no response. Upon confirming that the house was unoccupied, the officer realized the SUV and the man—now believed to be Boelter—had departed.
Subsequently, police would again encounter Boelter at the final home, belonging to Rep. Hortman. When police arrived, Boelter was standing at the front door of the lawmaker’s residence. Before law enforcement could respond, Boelter forced his way into the home and began opening fire, killing Hortman and her husband.
Boelter had previously been appointed to serve on a state workforce commission by Governor Tim Walz (D-MN) and by his predecessor, Gov. Mark Dayton (D-MN). On Monday, Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson plainly stated: “This was a political assassination.”
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June 16, 2025
Crime
UK

Investigators Ignored Grooming Gang Demographics, Admits Report.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A report on grooming gangs in Britain revealed systemic failures and a pattern of blaming victims for crimes committed against them.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Baroness Louise Casey, Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, and police forces across Britain.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Report released on Monday, June 16, 2025, addressing grooming gang issues in Britain.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Children as young as 10 plied with drugs and alcohol, brutally raped by gangs of men and disgracefully let down again and again by the authorities who were meant to protect them.” – Home Secretary Yvette Cooper.

🎯IMPACT: The government announced new measures, including statutory data collection on perpetrators’ nationality and ethnicity.

IN FULL

A “deeply disturbing” report by Baroness Louise Casey has exposed widespread institutional failings in how authorities handled grooming gang crimes across Britain. The review found that Asian and Pakistani-background men were vastly overrepresented among suspects involved in child sexual grooming gang activity.

The report also found victims—many girls aged just 10 to 15—were wrongly blamed, often dismissed as “wayward teenagers” instead of vulnerable children being raped and exploited.

“If we’d got this right years ago—seeing these girls as children raped rather than ‘wayward teenagers’ or collaborators in their abuse, collecting ethnicity data, and acknowledging as a system that we did not do a good enough job—then I doubt we’d be in this place now,” Baroness Casey wrote.

British Home Secretary Yvette Cooper—roughly equivalent to the Homeland Security Secretary in the U.S.—vowed swift action on 12 key recommendations, including a new time-limited national inquiry, treating grooming gang abuse as serious and organised crime, and tracking data on offenders’ ethnicity and nationality. The National Crime Agency (NCA) will reopen over 800 cold cases.

“This is one of the most horrific crimes,” Cooper told Members of Parliament (MPs), issuing an “unequivocal apology” to survivors. “Children as young as 10 plied with drugs and alcohol, brutally raped by gangs of men and disgracefully let down again and again by the authorities who were meant to protect them.”

Baroness Casey’s 200-page report criticised the historic refusal to collect ethnicity data and warned this silence had “only helped the bad people.” She also called for criminal records of victims coerced into illegal activity to be overturned and said stricter laws were needed to ensure men who have sex with under-16s face rape charges.

The inquiry comes after years of public outcry. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer backed the new probe after facing mounting pressure from the right, including criticism from Elon Musk and Reform Party leader Nigel Farage.

Children’s charity Barnardo’s warned against delaying reforms, urging the government to implement existing recommendations immediately. “Children and survivors have already been waiting many years for action,” said CEO Lynn Perry.

Grooming gang activity remains ongoing, with perpetrators now often targeting victims online or in vape shops, the report found.

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