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February 6, 2026
Crime
News

Violent Trans Antifa Radical Jailed for Hammer Attacks on Right-Wingers.

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âť“WHAT HAPPENED: A transgender Antifa radical was sentenced to eight years in prison in Hungary for a series of violent far-left attacks in Budapest.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: The German activist, known as “Maja T.,” and other members of the “Hammer Gang” Antifa cell.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: The attacks occurred in Budapest in February 2023; sentencing was this week at the Budapest Municipal Court.

🎯IMPACT: The case has sparked political backlash in Europe, with some accusing Hungary of political persecution while others highlight the violent nature of the crimes.

IN FULL

A Hungarian court has handed an eight-year prison sentence to “Maja T.,” a German national linked to a series of far-left assaults carried out in Budapest in February 2023. The attacks were attributed to a radical Antifa cell known as the “Hammer Gang,” which allegedly targeted people it accused of being “neo-Nazis.”

Prosecutors said the group ambushed victims in the street, striking them on the head with clubs and continuing to beat them after they fell. Several victims reportedly suffered skull fractures and other life-threatening injuries. Authorities said those attacked were selected based on suspicion of right-wing views, regardless of whether they were actually involved in any extremist activity.

The convict, who claims to be “non-binary,” was found guilty of life-threatening assault and membership in a criminal organization by the Budapest Municipal Court. The ruling is provisional and may be appealed.

Maja claimed the case was politically driven and aimed at satisfying Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, whose government has classified Antifa as a terrorist organization. “Of course, I see the Hungarian government’s efforts to influence the independence of the court,” Maja complained following the verdict.

Another alleged member of the Hammer Gang, Italian activist Ilaria Salis, was previously held under house arrest in Hungary, but later secured release after being elected to the European Parliament, gaining parliamentary immunity.

Antifa has been linked by authorities in multiple countries to acts of political violence. In recent years, governments and law enforcement agencies have cited Antifa-associated groups in connection with assaults, arson attacks, and major infrastructure sabotage.

Last year, President Trump declared several European Antifa groups as foreign terrorist organisations.

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February 6, 2026
NatSec
News

Canada, France Open Greenland Consulates in Challenge to Trump.

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âť“WHAT HAPPENED: Canada and France have opened consulates in Greenland, marking a significant diplomatic move against U.S. interest in acquiring the Danish territory.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Canadian and French officials, the Trump administration, and the governments of Greenland and Denmark.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: The consulates were opened this week in Nuuk, Greenland’s capital, following friction between the U.S. and Europe over the island from 2025 into 2026.

đź’¬KEY QUOTE: “Canada stands firmly in support of the people of Greenland who will determine their own future.” – Canadian Governor General Mary Simon.

🎯IMPACT: The consulates highlight attempts by European NATO members to push back against President Donald J. Trump’s efforts to acquire Greenland.

IN FULL

Canada and France have formally opened new consulates in Greenland, a move widely seen as a signal of support for Danish sovereignty in the Arctic territory at a time of tension with the Trump administration over its future. President Donald J. Trump has repeatedly expressed interest in acquiring Greenland from Denmark to boost national and regional security.

Until now, only the United States and Iceland have maintained permanent diplomatic outposts in Greenland. Officials from both Canada and France traveled to Nuuk for the openings, with Canada’s Governor General Mary Simon saying, “Canada stands firmly in support of the people of Greenland who will determine their own future.”

Notably, a majority of Greenlanders wish to separate from Denmark—few in the Inuit-majority territory are ethnic Danes—but a larger majority do not wish to do so if it means losing the Danish subsidies which currently cover around half the Greenlandic budget. Despite official resistance to joining the United States, it remains likely that the U.S. could make the Greenladers a substantially better offer than Denmark.

The Canadian consulate had originally been scheduled to open in late 2025, but was delayed due to severe weather. Its belated opening comes amid strained relations between Washington and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who, along with French President Emmanuel Macron, was critical of Trump over Greenland and other geopolitical issues at the recent World Economic Forum (WEF) summit in Davos, Switzerland.

Trump, in turn, has warned Canada of the possibility of 100 percent tariffs if it moves forward with a trade agreement with China.

Notably, Vice President J.D. Vance has said that quiet negotiations regarding Greenland—involving European governments and the United States over security and possibly access to critical minerals — have been far less hostile, with concessions to the U.S. position being made in private.

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February 6, 2026
Health
News

TrumpRx, Designed to Slash Drug Prices for Americans, Has Launched. Here’s How It Works:

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âť“WHAT HAPPENED: President Donald J. Trump announced the launch of TrumpRx.gov, a platform offering significant discounts on high-cost prescription drugs.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Trump, pharmaceutical manufacturers including AstraZeneca, Eli Lilly, EMD Serono, Novo Nordisk, and Pfizer.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: President Trump officially announced the launch of the TrumpRx website on Thursday evening.

đź’¬KEY QUOTE: “American patients no longer have to pay high prices to subsidize low prices in the rest of the world.” – Donald J. Trump

🎯IMPACT: Millions of Americans will benefit from drastically reduced drug prices, with savings on key medications for diabetes, fertility, and more.

IN FULL

President Donald J. Trump has officially rolled out TrumpRx.gov, a new online platform aimed at helping patients secure significant discounts on some of the priciest and most commonly prescribed medications in the U.S. The site enables Americans to access prices aligned with those in other developed countries, under what’s known as most-favored-nation (MFN) pricing.

The launch involves partnerships with five leading drug companies—AstraZeneca, Eli Lilly, EMD Serono, Novo Nordisk, and Pfizer—with more agreements anticipated soon. Users can obtain these savings via printable or digital coupons or through integrations directly with the manufacturers’ systems.

Among the standout reductions are drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, prescribed for diabetes and weight management, where monthly costs have fallen from over $1,000 to as little as $199, based on the dosage. Fertility treatments such as Gonal-F and Cetrotide are also seeing steep cuts, with some dropping to $22.50. Additional savings apply to asthma and COPD inhalers, insulin products, and medications for osteoporosis, all available at much lower rates.

This effort stems from an Executive Order President Trump signed in May 2025 to bring U.S. drug prices in line with those in comparable nations. Since then, 16 separate agreements have been secured with pharmaceutical companies, leading to price drops on a range of treatments.

On January 15, 2026, President Trump also called on Congress to approve The Great Healthcare Plan, which would make price reductions permanent, reduce insurance premiums, boost transparency in healthcare costs, and ensure greater accountability from insurance providers.

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February 6, 2026
Corruption
Politics

House Demands Business Records From Ilhan Omar’s Husband Amid Access-Buying Allegations.

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âť“WHAT HAPPENED: House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-KY) is demanding business records related to the husband of Representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN), suggesting they may reveal the couple has enriched themselves from individuals “buying access” to the Democrat lawmaker.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Rep. James Comer, Rep. Ilhan Omar, and her husband, Tim Mynett.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: Comer made the document request on February 6, 2026.

đź’¬KEY QUOTE: “His companies reportedly went from $51K to $30 MILLION in one year—with zero investor information. So we want to know: Who’s funding this? And who’s buying access?” – Rep. Comer

🎯IMPACT: If Mynett and Omar refuse to cooperate with the House Oversight Committee’s inquiry regarding their financial irregularities, it could lead to Comer issuing a subpoena for the documents and a possible referral to the House Ethics Committee.

IN FULL

House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-KY) on Thursday issued a formal request demanding business records and financial documents from Tim Mynett, the husband of Representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN), amid concerns over irregularities seen in the Democrat lawmaker’s financial disclosure forms. The most recent disclosure filing shows Omar’s household net worth rising sharply, with estimates ranging from $6 million to as much as $30 million, drawing scrutiny from congressional watchdog groups and allegations that the couple is profiting from selling political influence.

“I’m demanding financial information from companies linked to Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar’s husband. His companies reportedly went from $51K to $30 MILLION in one year—with zero investor information,” Rep. Comer wrote in a post on X (formerly Twitter). He added, “So we want to know: Who’s funding this? And who’s buying access?”

The National Pulse reported in December last year that Omar’s most recent disclosure filing named a number of new assets held by her husband, including a California winery, eStCru LLC, which is listed with a value of $1 million to $5 million. Another holding, the venture capital firm Rose Lake Capital, is stated to be valued at between $5 million and $25 million. The figures stand in contrast to Omar’s earlier disclosures, which showed relatively modest finances, burdened by student loan and credit card debt, and a net worth below $250,000 in both 2022 and 2023.

Of particular concern is Rose Lake Capital, which Mynett stated in court filings had just $42.44 in its bank account in 2022. However, on her recent disclosure form, Omar states her husband’s firm could be worth as much as $25 million.

Notably, the couple was briefly the subject of a Department of Justice (DOJ) investigation during the former Biden government, though no charges against the couple were filed. Both Omar and Mynett have denied any wrongdoing, despite the financial irregularities. Should the couple decline to cooperate with Chairman Comer’s request, the Oversight Committee is likely to pursue the records through a subpoena.

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February 6, 2026
Election Integrity

Dem Officials Are Resisting Federal Push to Boost Election Integrity in This State.

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âť“WHAT HAPPENED: Election oversight in Michigan is under scrutiny as President Donald J. Trump and Michigan Republicans advocate for federal oversight, while Governor Gretchen Whitmer and other Democrats resist.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Donald J. Trump, Gov. Whitmer, Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson (D), and Michigan lawmakers.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: Discussions intensified this week in Michigan, with federal and state officials exchanging statements and letters regarding the 2026 midterm elections.

💬KEY QUOTE: “President Trump is 100% right because Michigan voters cannot trust Jocelyn Benson. She continues to fight against transparency and accountability, refuses to remove dead people from our state’s voter rolls and is happy to let noncitizens vote in our elections. ” – Aric Nesbitt, Minority Leader of the Michigan Senate (R)

🎯IMPACT: The debate highlights growing tensions over election oversight, as the Trump administration seeks to increase integrity and Democrats resist.

IN FULL

President Donald J. Trump this week floated the idea of federalizing elections to increase their integrity and security, arguing that some states cannot be trusted to administer voting fairly. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D) has responded forcefully, rejecting any federal takeover despite issues in her state. In a video posted to social media this week, she said, “Let me be very clear: elections will continue to be run at the state level in Michigan. Any attempt by the federal government to take over Michigan elections should be seen for what it is – an attempt to take away your constitutional right to vote. Now, it’s not going to happen on my watch.”

Michigan Republicans countered that Trump’s proposal reflects legitimate concerns about transparency and accountability. Michigan Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt accused controversial Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson (D) of mismanaging elections, saying, “President Trump is 100% right because Michigan voters cannot trust Jocelyn Benson. She continues to fight against transparency and accountability, refuses to remove dead people from our state’s voter rolls and is happy to let noncitizens vote in our elections. She’s the worst secretary of state in America and shouldn’t be running our elections without checks and balances.”

Last November, Nesbitt joined 21 other Republican lawmakers in a letter to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi requesting federal election monitors and “comprehensive oversight” of Michigan’s 2026 elections. The lawmakers cited what they described as an “inherent and unavoidable conflict of interest,” noting that Benson is serving as the state’s chief elections official while running for Governor.

The debate intensified after Macomb County Clerk Anthony Forlini, a Republican candidate for Secretary of State, reported in January that his office identified noncitizens registered to vote.

The Michigan clash mirrors a broader national fight over election integrity. Congressional Republicans have pushed legislation requiring proof of citizenship to vote in federal elections, while Democrats have challenged such efforts in court despite overwhelming public support—including among Democrat voters—with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) comparing voter ID to Jim Crow.

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February 6, 2026
Crime

Man Charged Over Alleged Assassination Plot Against Trump’s OMB Director Russ Vought.

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âť“WHAT HAPPENED: A Maryland man has been arrested and charged with attempted murder in connection with an alleged plot targeting Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Russell Vought.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Colin Demarco, a 26-year-old Maryland resident, and Russell Vought, Director of the Office of Management and Budget.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: The incident occurred in August 2025 at Vought’s residence in Northern Virginia. Demarco was arrested last month and is being held in Arlington County.

đź’¬KEY QUOTE: Demarco admitted he wanted to confront Vought about Project 2025, expressing fears of a “fascist takeover,” and stating that President Donald J. Trump’s 2024 election victory was the “lowest point in his life.”

🎯IMPACT: The arrest and subsequent charges are the latest notable instance of political violence tied to Democrat claims that President Trump and Republicans are “fascists.”

IN FULL

A Maryland man was formally charged on Thursday with attempted murder for allegedly plotting to assassinate Russell Vought, the director of the Trump administration’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and Project 2025 architect. “Colin Demarco, 26, of Rockville, MD is charged with Attempted Murder, Criminal Solicitation to Commit Murder, Carrying a Concealed Weapon and Wearing a Mask in Public to Conceal Identity,” the Arlington County Police Department (ACPD) announced, adding, “He was taken into custody at his residence on January 16 and later extradited to the Commonwealth of Virginia.”

In August last year, Demarco allegedly appeared outside Vought’s Northern Virginia home and was observed by a neighbor exhibiting suspicious behavior. According to the ACPD, “A witness reported observing a male suspect, who was wearing a surgical mask and rubber gloves, carrying a backpack and appeared to be concealing a firearm under his shirt, on the victim’s porch. The suspect subsequently approached the witness and inquired about the victim before leaving the scene.”

The ACPD states that officers were dispatched to the residence, but a canvass of the area did not turn up a suspect. However, a home surveillance camera captured an image of Demarco, leading to his eventual identification by law enforcement. Consequently, police executed search warrants for digital records associated with the suspect, including “digital evidence that the suspect had obtained directions to the victim’s residence, had information detailing locations of firearms possessed by a relative, and had a guide detailing tips to prevent criminal detection.”

Notably, court documents state that in the days prior to Demarco traveling to Vought’s home, the 26-year-old made numerous posts online attempting to solicit others to carry out the murder of the OMB director. Demacro eventually decided to carry out the assassination himself, the charging documents allege.

After his arrest, Demarco admitted to being in Arlington last August, but claimed he was job hunting and denied carrying a weapon or intending to harm Vought. He did, however, admit he wanted to confront Vought about Project 2025, expressing fears of a “fascist takeover,” and stating that President Donald J. Trump’s 2024 election victory was the “lowest point in his life.”

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February 6, 2026
News
War

Americans Warned to ‘Leave Iran Now’ as Chance of War Rises.

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âť“WHAT HAPPENED: The State Department issued a warning for American citizens to leave Iran ahead of indirect nuclear talks between Washington and Tehran in Oman.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: US State Department, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, President Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and Adm. Brad Cooper.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: February 6, 2026, in Muscat, Oman.

💬KEY QUOTE: “I would say he should be very worried. Yeah, he should be. As you know, they’re negotiating with us.” – Donald Trump

🎯IMPACT: Rising tensions between the US and Iran, with the potential for renewed military action if negotiations fail.

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The U.S. State Department has put out an urgent advisory urging American citizens to “leave Iran now”, coinciding with indirect discussions in Oman between U.S. and Iranian officials concerning Iran’s nuclear program. The alert, posted late Thursday by the virtual U.S. embassy for Iran, recommended that people there prepare an exit plan “that does not rely on U.S. government help” and, if departure isn’t possible right away, to “keep a low profile”.

This latest warning comes after the Islamic Republic carried out a harsh crackdown on large-scale protests last month, leading to thousands of deaths among demonstrators during a period of deteriorating economic conditions. President Donald J. Trump has previously warned he will intervene to prevent the regime from killing demonstrators en masse.

Oman’s government has acknowledged that an initial session of indirect talks took place, with participants including Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, President Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff, and Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner. Also present was Admiral Brad Cooper, commander of the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), joining alongside Oman’s Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi. This inclusion of a senior military figure represents a change from earlier diplomatic engagements.

“The consultations focused on preparing the appropriate circumstances for resuming the diplomatic and technical negotiations by ensuring the importance of these negotiations, in light of the parties’ determination to ensure their success in achieving sustainable security and stability,” the Omani Foreign Ministry said in a statement.

In a Wednesday interview with NBC News, President Trump said of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Grand Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, “I would say he should be very worried.” He went on to state that he had “heard” Iran is working to revive its nuclear program, and that he would not hesitate to direct U.S. bombers to “do their job again” if required, referring to U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities last year.

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February 5, 2026
Health
News

RFK’s HHS Will Use AI Tool to Detect Vaccine Injury Patterns.

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âť“WHAT HAPPENED: The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is developing an artificial intelligence (AI) tool to analyze vaccine monitoring data and uncover potential adverse effects.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., vaccine researchers, and AI experts.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: The AI tool has been under development since late 2023. The work is part of HHS operations in the United States.

🎯IMPACT: The development of this AI tool could highlight relations between reported vaccine injuries and cases of autism and other health issues.

IN FULL

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is developing a generative artificial intelligence (AI) tool intended to analyze vaccine safety data, identify patterns, and generate hypotheses about potential adverse effects, according to the department’s AI inventory report for 2025. The project has been in development since late 2023 and reflects a broader push within HHS to modernize public health surveillance.

The initiative has drawn attention in part because it is moving forward under HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has long argued that vaccine safety monitoring should be expanded and made more transparent. Kennedy has pushed for changes to the childhood vaccination schedule, removing several vaccines, including those for COVID-19, influenza, and hepatitis A and B, from the recommended list, and has called for reforms to both the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) and the federal Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. Supporters say these moves reflect an effort to restore public trust by more closely scrutinizing vaccine risks alongside benefits. VAERS, established in 1990, allows healthcare providers and members of the public to submit reports of health problems that occur after vaccination.

The debate around the AI tool intersects with Kennedy’s broader campaigns questioning aspects of establishment vaccine science, including his repeated calls for renewed investigation into autism and vaccines. Kennedy has argued that the issue has not been fully or transparently examined and has cited animal studies and other research as justification for continued scrutiny.

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February 5, 2026
Election Integrity
News

Schumer Vows to Block Voter ID Despite 71% of Dems Supporting It: ‘Jim Crow 2.0.’

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âť“WHAT HAPPENED: Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) rejected the GOP-backed Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act (SAVE) Act, comparing it to Jim Crow, despite overwhelming public support for voter ID laws.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Chuck Schumer, Democratic voters, Republican lawmakers, and President Donald J. Trump.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: Schumer made the comments on Thursday during an appearance on MS NOW.

đź’¬KEY QUOTE: “It will not pass the Senate. You will not get a single Democratic vote in the Senate. We’re not reviving Jim Crow all over the country.” – Chuck Schumer

🎯IMPACT: The SAVE Act faces strong opposition from Senate Democrats, despite overwhelming voter support for voter ID.

IN FULL

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) said February 5 he was surprised to learn that a huge majority of Democratic voters support nationwide voter ID requirements, but insisted that he will oppose Republican efforts to enact such laws regardless. During an interview, Schumer was presented with data showing that around 71 percent of Democrat voters back voter ID rules.

The Senate Minority Leader argued that the measures are designed to limit access to the ballot rather than protect elections. “It’s Jim Crow 2.0,” he claimed, adding: “What they’re trying to do here is the same thing that was done in the South for decades: to prevent people of color from voting,” he said. “If you can’t find a proper ID, you will be discriminated against. This is vicious and nasty.”

The comments came as Republicans push the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, or SAVE Act, which would require proof of U.S. citizenship to vote in federal elections. Under the bill, acceptable documentation would include REAL-ID-compliant identification, a passport, or a birth certificate. The legislation would also bar states from registering voters without proper identification. Schumer vowed that Democrats will block the bill in the Senate, saying, “It will not pass the Senate. You will not get a single Democratic vote in the Senate. We’re not reviving Jim Crow all over the country.”

Despite opposition from Democratic leaders, voter ID laws continue to draw broad public support. Polling has consistently shown that Americans want photo identification requirements, along with other election measures such as paper ballots, early voting options, and making Election Day a national holiday. Support for voter ID crosses party lines among the general public, with massive majorities of Republicans, independents, and even Democrats backing the policy.

President Donald J. Trump has long promoted voter ID as a way to secure elections and made it a central issue in his 2024 campaign. Republicans in Congress and state legislatures are also pressing for proof-of-citizenship and voter ID laws, arguing they are necessary to protect election integrity and public confidence in elections.

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February 5, 2026
Immigration
News

Trump Now Wants ‘Softer Touch’ on Immigration Enforcement.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: President Donald J. Trump suggested immigration enforcement could benefit from a “softer touch” following federal operations in Minnesota.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Trump, federal agents, anti-ICE activists Alex Pretti and Renee Good, White House Border Czar Tom Homan, and state and local authorities in Minnesota.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: Late 2025 through early 2026 in Minnesota.

💬KEY QUOTE: “I learned that maybe we can use a little bit of a softer touch, but you still have to be tough.” – Donald J. Trump

🎯IMPACT: The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a partial drawdown of federal agents in Minnesota, citing increased cooperation with local authorities.

IN FULL

President Donald J. Trump has said that recent clashes between federal agents and far-left agitators in Minnesota have prompted him to consider a “softer” approach to immigration enforcement. During an interview, Trump was asked what he learned from the federal immigration operation in Minneapolis–St. Paul area following the fatal January shootings of Alex Pretti and Renee Nicole Good during confrontations involving federal agents and anti-ICE agitators.

“I learned that maybe we can use a little bit of a softer touch, but you still have to be tough,” Trump said. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) deployed approximately 3,000 federal agents to Minnesota in what it described as the largest immigration enforcement operation in U.S. history. Trump said he had personally reached out to state and local leaders during the operation. “I’ve called the Governor. I’ve called the Mayor [of Minneapolis], spoke to them, had great conversations with them,” he said. “And then I see them ranting and raving out there, literally, as though a call wasn’t made. We’ve done a great job everywhere.”

According to the administration, those conversations led to increased cooperation from Minnesota officials. Trump has said that Gov. Tim Walz (D) agreed to work with White House Border Czar Tom Homan to facilitate the transfer of illegal immigrants with criminal records from local jails into federal custody, reducing the need for large-scale street arrests.

Homan announced that this “unprecedented cooperation” would allow DHS to scale back its presence in the state. “Given this increase in unprecedented collaboration and as a result of the need for less law enforcement officers to do this work in a safer environment, I have announced, effective immediately, we will draw down 700 people,” Homan said.

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