IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT

Feb 15 2026POLITICS

Minneapolis Pays a Heavy Price for Federal Immigration Operation

Minneapolis is counting the costs after a federal immigration crackdown. The city says it lost over $200 million in just one month. This is due to Operation Metro Surge, a Trump administration initiative. It brought hundreds of federal agents to the area. The operation caused big problems for local

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Feb 14 2026OPINION

Anchorage Assembly: Standing Up for the Community

The Anchorage Assembly has been under fire for taking a stand on federal issues, but critics are missing the point. Local governments have always weighed in on federal policies that impact their communities. It's not about overreach; it's about leadership. For years, cities across the country have

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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

Minnesota’s Immigration Agent Pull‑Back: A Shift in Enforcement

A new phase has begun for immigration enforcement in Minnesota. Earlier this year, a large group of armed agents—about 3, 000 people—was sent to Minneapolis and surrounding areas under a program called Operation Metro Surge. These agents wore face masks and military‑style uniforms, sparking pr

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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

White House Climate Rollback and Minnesota Immigration Shift

President Trump and EPA head Lee Zeldin will speak at the White House today, announcing a reversal of an Obama‑era climate assessment that had triggered extensive new rules and billions in spending. The decision marks a sharp pivot from past environmental policies, sparking debate over its long‑term

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

Border Agent’s Praise Sparks Debate Over Chicago Shooting

A federal official named Gregory Bovino, who directs immigration raids in Chicago, sent a congratulatory email to the Border Patrol agent who fired five shots at a 30‑year‑old woman from Chicago. The email praised the agent’s “excellent service” and urged him to keep working hard. The message is pa

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

Heartfelt Letters After a Tragic Loss

A box on the kitchen table holds about two hundred letters and cards that have come into a Denver family’s home since their son, Alex Pretti, was shot by immigration agents in Minneapolis. The messages come from doctors, veterans and strangers who remember Alex as a caring nurse at the Veterans A

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

Unexpected Raid Leaves Children Shocked

The night a helicopter hovered over a local horse track, many families thought it was just another weekend event. Instead, armed officers descended in military gear and pulled a crowd of people into a tight space. A 14‑year‑old girl named SueHey said the officers put zip ties on her hands, a claim t

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Feb 10 2026POLITICS

City Policies, Politics and Pets: A Fresh Look at Hot Topics

In many towns, officials say they will not help federal agents catch people who entered the country illegally. This stance can push those agents out of secure jails and onto open streets, where their actions become harder to control. Reports say that when local police do not hand over suspects who c

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

Bruce Springsteen's New Anthem for Minneapolis

Bruce Springsteen has released a new track, "Streets of Minneapolis, " aimed at the people of Minneapolis. The song criticizes President Trump's immigration enforcement actions in the city. It was written and recorded quickly over the weekend, following a second fatal shooting by federal immigration

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

Senate Republicans Face Tough Choices to Avoid Government Shutdown

The Senate is set to vote on six funding bills that could prevent a partial government shutdown. These bills cover essential agencies like the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Treasury, and Defense. However, a recent incident where a U. S. citizen was killed by federal immigration agents has c

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