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Washington Post Politics
Jan 26, 2026

Republican drops bid for governor, citing GOP's ‘retribution' on Minnesota
Chris Madel said in a video posted to social media that ICE operations in his state have been an "unmitigated disaster" and that he "cannot support the national Republicans' stated retribution on the citizens of our state, nor can I count myself a member of a party that would do so."

Washington Post Politics
Jan 26, 2026

Trump tries — again — to deliver a winning message on affordability
The push comes after weeks of freewheeling speeches and international controversy that reflected Trump's tendency to derail his own message.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 26, 2026

Trump tries to reset -- again -- on affordability
The push comes after weeks of freewheeling speeches and international controversy that reflected Trump's tendency to derail his own message.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 26, 2026

Trump tries to reset — again — on affordability
The push comes after weeks of freewheeling speeches and international controversy that reflected Trump's tendency to derail his own message.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 25, 2026

DOJ, FBI on sidelines in Minnesota shooting probe; state vows investigation
Since an immigration officer fatally shot a man in Minneapolis, the federal agents who would typically be involved in investigating have taken a back seat.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 25, 2026

Minn. AG calls Trump administration version of shooting ‘flat-out insane'
Alex Pretti's death came two weeks after the killing of Renée Good, who was shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Minneapolis on Jan. 7.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 25, 2026

DOJ, FBI take back seat in Minnesota shooting; state vows investigation
Since an immigration officer fatally shot a man in Minneapolis, the federal agents who would typically be involved in investigating have been sidelined.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 25, 2026

Utah police arrest man accused of assaulting Rep. Maxwell Frost
The congressman, who was at the Sundance Film Festival, says the suspect was overheard making racial slurs during a party he was attending.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 25, 2026

Trump says it's ‘too late' to stop White House ballroom construction
The president's comments came after Justice Department lawyers argued that the ballroom plans can still be modified and they plan to wait for federal reviews.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 25, 2026

DOJ, FBI take back seat in Minnesota shooting, state vows investigation
Since an immigration officer fatally shot a man in Minneapolis, the federal agents who would typically be involved in investigating have been sidelined.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 25, 2026

Conservatives, liberals shift gun rights arguments after shooting
Some gun rights backers cite Alex Pretti's gun as a justification for his killing in Minneapolis, while gun-control supporters dismiss its relevance.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 25, 2026

Minnesota shooting scrambles America's gun debate
Some gun rights backers cite Alex Pretti's gun as a justification for his killing in Minneapolis, while gun-control supporters dismiss its relevance

Washington Post Politics
Jan 25, 2026

Video: Noem defends Border Patrol after Pretti killing


Washington Post Politics
Jan 25, 2026

Senate Democrats to block key funding package, citing aggressive ICE tactics


Washington Post Politics
Jan 25, 2026

‘Please get the truth out about our son,' Pretti's family says


Washington Post Politics
Jan 25, 2026

Pretti had multiple bullet wounds, doctor at scene of shooting says


Washington Post Politics
Jan 25, 2026

Trump, in retreat, praises U.K. troops after royal family expresses hurt
President Donald Trump's comments belittling the role of NATO allies in Afghanistan sparked outrage in Britain, which lost 457 soldiers in the U.S.-led war.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 25, 2026

Trump's sudden retreat on Greenland shows that limits still exist
It remains to be seen what lasting damage the episode has done, particularly to how other members of NATO regard and trust the United States.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 25, 2026

Trump hosts ‘Melania' screening as Minnesota shooting fallout roils nation
The White House event, celebrating a documentary about first lady Melania Trump, was scheduled before a U.S. Border Patrol agent fatally shot an ICU nurse.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 25, 2026

Responding to a lawsuit filed by Minnesota's attorney general, a U.S. District Court judge late Saturday...


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Jan 25, 2026

Responding to a lawsuit filed Saturday by Minnesota's attorney general, a U.S. District Court judge issued...


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Jan 25, 2026

Fatal shooting in Minneapolis renews protests; video raises questions about DHS account
The victim in the shooting was identified as Alexander "Alex" Pretti, 37, of Minneapolis.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 25, 2026

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) on Saturday called for Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi L....


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Sen. Patty Murray (D-Wash.) said she will not support a bill to inject new funding into...


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Doctor at scene of shooting describes multiple bullet wounds


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Minnesota officials sue DHS to prevent destruction of shooting evidence


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Republican senator calls Minneapolis events ‘incredibly disturbing'


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Live updates: Fatal shooting in Minneapolis renews protests; Video raises questions about DHS account
The victim in the shooting was identified as Alexander "Alex" Pretti, 37, of Minneapolis.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Senate Democrats to block government funding after second fatal shooting in Minneapolis
The move could force a partial government shutdown next weekend. Lawmakers are set to vote on spending bills this week but may look to split Homeland Security from other agencies.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Senate Democrats will block key funding package, citing aggressive ICE tactics
The announcement from Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer (D-New York) came hours after Border Patrol agents shot and killed a man in Minneapolis.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Video shows ‘an innocent man being executed in the street,' Ocasio-Cortez says


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

NRA disavows U.S. attorney's warning that agents may be ‘legally justified' in shooting armed citizens


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Videos raise questions about DHS account of moments before shooting


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Minneapolis council member Aisha Chughtai ran out of her home still wearing her pajamas Saturday...


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Live updates: Fatal shooting in Minneapolis by federal agents renews protests
The victim in the shooting was identified as Alexander "Alex" Pretti, 37, of Minneapolis.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty encouraged the public to use an online portal to "submit anything...


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

‘Please get the truth out about our son' Alex Pretti's family pleads


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Protesters condemn the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Senate Democrats will block key funding package, citing aggressive tactics


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

More than 100 people stood outside the D.C. headquarters of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security...


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Noem points to grand jury inquiry, calling Minnesota officials obstructionists


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Live updates: Man fatally shot by federal agents in Minneapolis was ICU nurse, believed U.S. citizen
The victim in the shooting was identified as Alexander "Alex" Pretti, 37, of Minneapolis.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

When asked whether she had seen any evidence to back up statements from the White House...


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Jan 24, 2026

Minneapolis is asking a judge to grant a temporary restraining order and "some form of injunctive...


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi L. Noem reiterated the administration's view that the victim in...


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Jan 24, 2026

Minnesota National Guard personnel will be available to help Minneapolis police and emergency personnel near...


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Jan 24, 2026

Shooting victim was dedicated to working with veterans, according to former colleague


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Jan 24, 2026

Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension Superintendent Drew Evans said his investigative team secured a search warrant...


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Jan 24, 2026

Shooting victim identified as intensive-care nurse


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) said at a news conference that he was thankful there was...


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension Superintendent Drew Evans said at a news conference that his team...


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Jan 24, 2026

Border Patrol's role during protests has come under increasing scrutiny


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) confirmed during a news conference that the state's National Guard had...


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

The safe haven a block away from the shooting


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Protesters got tear gassed around midday


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Minnesota public safety officials willing to arrest violent offenders


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Congressional lawmakers quickly take partisan sides following shooting


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Video shows Border Patrol agent shooting man in Minneapolis


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) said during a news conference that he did not think Donald...


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) said he told the White House on Saturday that his state...


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Border Patrol official characterizes the incident as an attack on agents


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Live updates: Man fatally shot by federal agents in Minneapolis believed to be U.S. citizen
Police did not immediately respond to requests for comment about the incident, and Gov. Tim Walz provided few details.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Trump, in first comments since shooting, blames local officials


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Top Minnesotan in Congress criticizes Democrats after shooting


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Minneapolis City Council President Elliott Payne said he was near the shooting scene Saturday and saw...


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Most ICE and Border Patrol officers still lack body cameras


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Scenes from clashes in Minneapolis after the shooting


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Minnesota Democrats condemn latest shooting


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara said in a news conference that authorities believe the individual who...


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara said in a news conference that the man who was killed...


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Jan 24, 2026

Authorities believe the man who was killed in Saturday's shooting was "a lawful gun owner with...


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Jan 24, 2026

Minneapolis Mayor Frey calls on Trump to pull back on surge


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Protesters flock to shooting scene, clash with officers


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Minneapolis city officials are slated to hold a media briefing imminently to provide updates about Saturday's...


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Live updates: Federal agent shoots man in Minneapolis, city says
Police did not immediately respond to requests for comment about the incident, and Gov. Tim Walz provided few details.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Individual who was shot by federal agent had a handgun, DHS says


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

This is the third shooting incident in Minneapolis involving federal immigration agents and took place just...


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

FBI has arrived at the scene in three armored vehicles, a Post reporter observed.


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Federal law enforcement officials have set off tear gas and stun grenades at the scene, a...


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Federal agents are blocking off the streets a half-mile from where the apparent shooting occurred.


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Walz calls on Trump administration to pull back on immigration surge


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

City of Minneapolis says it is aware of report of shooting


Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

ICE surge creates new headache for Maine's Susan Collins
Susan Collins, the most vulnerable Republican in the Senate, would not say whether she supported the Trump administration's ICE operation in Maine.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

From Davos to Minneapolis to D.C., Trump is facing sharper pushback
Foreign leaders, Catholic archbishops and the Federal Reserve chairman are among those challenging Trump after a first year in which the president's critics often tried to placate him.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 24, 2026

Federal judge bars Virginia from keeping thousands of felons from voting
U.S. District Judge John A. Gibney Jr. ruled that a felon disenfranchisement provision in the state's constitution violates the federal Virginia Readmission Act of 1870.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 23, 2026

Contractor in classified-documents leak case indicted on six counts
A grand jury indicted a federal contractor accused of leaking classified information to a Washington Post reporter, charging him with six counts.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 23, 2026

Trump withdraws Carney's invitation to Board of Peace
President Donald Trump said the Canadian leader was no longer welcome on his "prestigious Board of Leaders" after the pair traded barbs in high-profile speeches in Davos.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 23, 2026

Olympic snowboarder turned ‘Most Wanted' fugitive Ryan Wedding arrested
The FBI offered a $15 million reward for information leading to Ryan Wedding's arrest and accused him of ordering the slaying of a witness set to testify against him.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 23, 2026

Inside USA House: The converted church that left a MAGA mark on Davos
As Europeans worked furiously to divert a crisis over the president's threatened takeover of Greenland, his allies took over this Swiss alpine village.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 23, 2026

Trump withdraws Carney's invitation to Board of Peace after Davos spat
President Donald Trump said the Canadian leader was no longer welcome on his "prestigious Board of Leaders" after the pair traded barbs in high-profile speeches in Davos.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 23, 2026

Trump administration seeks to curb antiabortion leaders' ‘disappointment'
Conservative activists who have long been loyal to Trump over his first-term work to curb abortion rights now say they sense less urgency from the president.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 23, 2026

Hoyer endorses former campaign manager in race to succeed him in Congress
The longtime congressman and No. 2 House Democrat is backing Adrian Boafo, a member of the Maryland House of Delegates representing Prince George's County.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 23, 2026

Conservatives who once railed against federal agents now applaud them
Since Ruby Ridge and Waco, some right-wing populists had excoriated federal law enforcement. Now those agents are being deployed by their allies.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 22, 2026

Three arrested in St. Paul church protest as judge rejects charges against Don Lemon
Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the arrests of Nekima Levy Armstrong, a civil rights attorney; Chauntyll Louisa Allen, a member of St. Paul's school board; and William Kelly.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 22, 2026

Vance changes his tone on Minneapolis immigration enforcement
Despite Trump's previous threats to bring the military into the city by invoking the Insurrection Act, Vance said Thursday that "right now, we don't think we need that."

Washington Post Politics
Jan 22, 2026

Vance in Minneapolis: We have to ‘meet these guys halfway'
Despite Trump's previous threats to bring the military into the city by invoking the Insurrection Act, Vance said Thursday that "right now, we don't think we need that."

Washington Post Politics
Jan 22, 2026

Federal judge questions Trump's authority to build White House ballroom
Judge Richard Leon focused on whether the Trump administration's use of private donations to fund the $400 million project was an "end run" around Congress.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 22, 2026

Sen. Klobuchar files paperwork to run for Minnesota governor
Klobuchar is likely to jump into a race that was upended after Gov. Tim Walz (D) made a surprise announcement this month that he would drop his reelection bid.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 22, 2026

Mapping where the redistricting fight stands and where it's headed
As Trump pushes for a more Republican-friendly House map, more than half a dozen states are potential targets for mid-decade tweaks to congressional boundaries.

Washington Post Politics
Jan 22, 2026

House passes DHS funding bill despite Democratic opposition over ICE
Lawmakers are still on track to prevent another government shutdown at the end of the month.

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