U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a press briefing at the White House, on the one-year mark into his second term in office, in Washington, D.C., U.S., January 20, 2026. REUTERS/Jessica Koscielniak
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Trump Blames Democrats for 'Chaos' After Minneapolis Shooting Backlash

  • President Trump attributed the 'chaos' following a fatal Minneapolis shooting by a federal immigration officer to Democrats.
  • He called on Minnesota officials to cooperate with immigration officers and deport undocumented individuals.
  • Trump refused to condemn the officer's actions in the shooting of Alex Pretti, stating his administration is 'reviewing everything'.
  • He advocated for legislation banning 'sanctuary cities' amidst growing outrage and potential government shutdown over immigration funding.
  • Trump criticized Pretti for carrying a 'fully loaded gun' at the protest, while his administration labeled Pretti an 'assassin'.

Why It Matters: Trump blames Democrats for Minneapolis shooting aftermath, pushes for stricter immigration enforcement and deportations.

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