This week on the Northern Alliance, Brad Carlson takes on some of the biggest headlines shaping the national conversation. Brad breaks down the role and responsibilities of ICE and Border Patrol, cutting through the noise to explain what these agencies actually do—and why their work matters. He also weighs in on Chris Madel’s decision to drop out of the Minnesota governor’s race and what it means for the political landscape moving forward.

Plus, special guest Phil joins the show for a deep dive into tariffs, unpacking how President Trump’s tariff policies work, who really pays the price, and what the long-term implications could be for American consumers and the economy.

This week on the Northern Alliance, Brad Carlson takes on some of the biggest headlines shaping the national conversation. Brad breaks down the role and responsibilities of ICE and Border Patrol, cutting through the noise to explain what these agencies actually do&mdash;and why their work matters. He also weighs in on Chris Madel&rsquo;s decision to drop out of the Minnesota governor&rsquo;s race and what it means for the political landscape moving forward.
Plus, special guest Phil joins the show for a deep dive into tariffs, unpacking how President Trump&rsquo;s tariff policies work, who really pays the price, and what the long-term implications could be for American consumers and the economy.

02-01-26 Hour 2: Would Alex Pretti be alive if local law enforcement was allowed to assist ICE?: Dr Phil Magness talks tariffs. 

02-01-26 Hour 1: Chris Madel drops his bid for MN governor; A necessary recalibration of the ICE operations in MN.

01-25-26 Hour 2: The aftermath of anti-ICE agitators storming a St Paul church; MNGOP happenings in the 2026 midterm campaigns. 

01-25-26 Hour 1: The aftermath of Mpls citizen (and legal gun owner) Alex Pretti being killed by CBP agents. 

Hour 2: SCOTUS hearing a case on transgenderism: Caitlin Connors of SBA Pro-Life America.

Hour 1: Elected leaders have failed to meet the moment in the chaos of ICE in Minnesota.

On this week’s live edition of Northern Alliance Radio, host Brad Carlson tackled one of the most controversial and consequential national stories of the moment — the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Minneapolis, a case that has ignited protests and a fierce political dispute over law enforcement, federal authority, and civil liberties. Carlson and callers dissected the incident, comparing it to the January 6 Capitol breach and weighing perspectives from conservative commentator Erick Erickson as national debate intensifies. The program also examined breaking political news with an in-depth discussion of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz’s decision to exit the 2026 gubernatorial race, exploring the implications for GOP and DFL strategies alike. Insight, caller engagement, and unfiltered viewpoints on the news driving the headlines.

On this week&rsquo;s live edition of Northern Alliance Radio, host Brad Carlson tackled one of the most controversial and consequential national stories of the moment &mdash; the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Minneapolis, a case that has ignited protests and a fierce political dispute over law enforcement, federal authority, and civil liberties. Carlson and callers dissected the incident, comparing it to the January 6 Capitol breach and weighing perspectives from conservative commentator Erick Erickson as national debate intensifies. The program also examined breaking political news with an in-depth discussion of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz&rsquo;s decision to exit the 2026 gubernatorial race, exploring the implications for GOP and DFL strategies alike. Insight, caller engagement, and unfiltered viewpoints on the news driving the headlines.

Hour 2: Renee Good and Ashli Babbitt were neither heroes nor martyrs; Gov. Tim Walz not seeking reelection; Mr. Hudson goes to Washington

Hour 1: The many layers of ICE in Minneapolis. 

Hour 2: Talking geopolitics with Amanda Peterson

Hour 1: More on the rampant fraud in Minnesota; Is the MNGOP squandering a golden opportunity for 2026?

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