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Trump Announces De-escalation in Minnesota, But 'Won't Withdraw'

Published January 28, 2026, 06:25

US President Donald Trump announced a de-escalation of immigration enforcement operations in Minnesota following the death of an American citizen shot by federal agents. However, he clarified that this is not a full withdrawal, but a change in approach. Trump stated he spoke with Tom Homan, the “border czar,” who was sent to Minnesota to oversee the situation. He also suggested the victim had been “radicalized,” while emphasizing that immigration enforcement operations have improved the crime situation in the area. Trump linked the protests in Minnesota to a federal investigation into welfare fraud.