Trump says he'll Hold Undocumented Criminal Immigrants at Guantanamo Bay, also USDA Inspector General Escorted Out of Office after 'Refusing to Comply' with Trump Firing, and Trump’s Orders take Aim at Critical Race Theory and Antisemitism on College Campuses

Trump says he'll Hold Undocumented Criminal Immigrants at Guantanamo Bay, also USDA Inspector General Escorted Out of Office after 'Refusing to Comply' with Trump Firing, and Trump&rsquo;s Orders take Aim at Critical Race Theory and Antisemitism on College Campuses

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Trump Declares Gitmo OPEN for Illegal Alien Criminals

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Individual killed:
Alex Pretti, age 37, was fatally shot by a Border Patrol/ICE agent during a physical confrontation at or near his home in Minneapolis.


Prior confrontation with ICE:
About one week before the fatal shooting, Preddy reportedly had a physical encounter with federal immigration agents while protesting an ICE action.
During that earlier incident, agents allegedly tackled him, and Preddy later claimed he suffered a broken rib, saying he believed he might die at the time.
Medical records reviewed by CNN reportedly showed he received treatment consistent with a broken rib.


Context of earlier incident:
Pretti intervened after seeing ICE agents chasing a family on foot, stopping his vehicle, shouting, and blowing a whistle in protest.
Sources say he was tackled by multiple agents and restrained.


Known to federal law enforcement:
Pretti was already known to federal law enforcement prior to the fatal encounter.
It remains unclear whether this knowledge came from the earlier protest or other encounters.


Fatal encounter details:
The final encounter occurred days later and ended with Pretti being shot and killed during a struggle.
It is unclear whether the agents involved recognized him from prior incidents.


Weapon involvement:
CNN reportedly acknowledged that Pretti had a gun in his waistband during the fatal confrontation.
Breitbart News also reported he was armed during the struggle, a fact the document claims media outlets under‑emphasized.


Law enforcement justification:
CBP use‑of‑force policy, stating deadly force is authorized when an agent reasonably believes there is an imminent threat of death or serious bodily harm.
Emphasis is placed on the agent’s perception at the moment of the shooting, not retrospective analysis.


Broader DHS context:
DHS has warned of increased threats and harassment toward ICE officers, including physical interference during enforcement actions.
DHS has acknowledged collecting information on individuals accused of obstructing enforcement but denies currently operating a formal database, despite public statements suggesting one may be created.


Political and media criticism:
The mainstream media is portraying Pretti primarily as a victim while downplaying:

His prior confrontations with ICE,
His alleged aggressiveness,
The fact that he was armed.
It frames his actions as part of broader anti‑ICE activism.


Tom Homan and historical context:
Tom Homan was praised and awarded under President Barack Obama.
Obama‑era statements emphasizing enforcement, deportations, and border control to argue policy continuity across administrations.

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<ul>
<li>
Individual killed:
<ul>
<li>Alex Pretti, age 37, was fatally shot by a Border Patrol/ICE agent during a physical confrontation at or near his home in Minneapolis.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Prior confrontation with ICE:
<ul>
<li>About one week before the fatal shooting, Preddy reportedly had a physical encounter with federal immigration agents while protesting an ICE action.</li>
<li>During that earlier incident, agents allegedly tackled him, and Preddy later claimed he suffered a broken rib, saying he believed he might die at the time.</li>
<li>Medical records reviewed by CNN reportedly showed he received treatment consistent with a broken rib.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Context of earlier incident:
<ul>
<li>Pretti intervened after seeing ICE agents chasing a family on foot, stopping his vehicle, shouting, and blowing a whistle in protest.</li>
<li>Sources say he was tackled by multiple agents and restrained.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Known to federal law enforcement:
<ul>
<li>Pretti was already known to federal law enforcement prior to the fatal encounter.</li>
<li>It remains unclear whether this knowledge came from the earlier protest or other encounters.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Fatal encounter details:
<ul>
<li>The final encounter occurred days later and ended with Pretti being shot and killed during a struggle.</li>
<li>It is unclear whether the agents involved recognized him from prior incidents.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Weapon involvement:
<ul>
<li>CNN reportedly acknowledged that Pretti had a gun in his waistband during the fatal confrontation.</li>
<li>Breitbart News also reported he was armed during the struggle, a fact the document claims media outlets under‑emphasized.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Law enforcement justification:
<ul>
<li>CBP use‑of‑force policy, stating deadly force is authorized when an agent reasonably believes there is an imminent threat of death or serious bodily harm.</li>
<li>Emphasis is placed on the agent&rsquo;s perception at the moment of the shooting, not retrospective analysis.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Broader DHS context:
<ul>
<li>DHS has warned of increased threats and harassment toward ICE officers, including physical interference during enforcement actions.</li>
<li>DHS has acknowledged collecting information on individuals accused of obstructing enforcement but denies currently operating a formal database, despite public statements suggesting one may be created.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Political and media criticism:
<ul>
<li>The mainstream media is portraying Pretti primarily as a victim while downplaying:
<ul>
<li>His prior confrontations with ICE,</li>
<li>His alleged aggressiveness,</li>
<li>The fact that he was armed.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>It frames his actions as part of broader anti‑ICE activism.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Tom Homan and historical context:
<ul>
<li>Tom Homan was&nbsp;praised and awarded under President Barack Obama.</li>
<li>Obama‑era statements emphasizing enforcement, deportations, and border control to argue policy continuity across administrations.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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New Details Challenge Early Narrative in Minneapolis ICE Shooting

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1. Phone call between President Trump and Governor Walz
President Donald Trump stated on Truth Social that Governor Tim Walz called him to discuss cooperation related to Minnesota.
Trump said the call was “very good” and that they were “on a similar wavelength.”
Trump said he would send Tom Homan (former ICE acting director) to work with Minnesota officials.

2. Immigration‑related demands from Trump

Trump outlined several expectations for Minnesota leaders:
Turn over all criminal undocumented immigrants currently held in state/local custody to federal immigration authorities.
Cooperate with ICE by transferring all undocumented individuals arrested locally.
Assist federal officers in locating and detaining undocumented immigrants with criminal histories or outstanding warrants.

3. Broader claims made by Trump
Trump referenced:

A $20+ billion welfare fraud investigation in Minnesota.
Ongoing federal scrutiny of Rep. Ilhan Omar concerning her reported wealth.
He linked these issues to unrest and protests occurring in Minnesota.

4. White House press secretary comments
The press secretary emphasized the administration’s stance on:

Ending “anarchy and chaos.”
Prioritizing law and order.
Urging Minnesota’s leaders to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement.
The administration also reiterated support for ending sanctuary policies nationwide.

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1. Phone call between President Trump and Governor Walz
<ul>
<li>President Donald Trump stated on Truth Social that Governor Tim Walz called him to discuss cooperation related to Minnesota.</li>
<li>Trump said the call was &ldquo;very good&rdquo; and that they were &ldquo;on a similar wavelength.&rdquo;</li>
<li>Trump said he would send Tom Homan (former ICE acting director) to work with Minnesota officials.</li>
</ul>
2. Immigration‑related demands from Trump
Trump outlined several expectations for Minnesota leaders:
<ol>
<li>Turn over all criminal undocumented immigrants currently held in state/local custody to federal immigration authorities.</li>
<li>Cooperate with ICE by transferring all undocumented individuals arrested locally.</li>
<li>Assist federal officers in locating and detaining undocumented immigrants with criminal histories or outstanding warrants.</li>
</ol>
3. Broader claims made by Trump
<ul>
<li>Trump referenced:
<ul>
<li>A $20+ billion welfare fraud investigation in Minnesota.</li>
<li>Ongoing federal scrutiny of Rep. Ilhan Omar concerning her reported wealth.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>He linked these issues to unrest and protests occurring in Minnesota.</li>
</ul>
4. White House press secretary comments
<ul>
<li>The press secretary emphasized the administration&rsquo;s stance on:
<ul>
<li>Ending &ldquo;anarchy and chaos.&rdquo;</li>
<li>Prioritizing law and order.</li>
<li>Urging Minnesota&rsquo;s leaders to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>The administration also reiterated support for ending sanctuary policies nationwide.</li>
</ul>
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Here Comes Homan! Border Czar sent to Minnesota’s Civil‑War

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1. Iran, U.S. Sanctions, and Regime Pressure
Iran’s leadership blames the United States for internal economic hardship, citing sanctions as “inhumane” and portraying opposition to the Supreme Leader as an act of war.
The commentary frames this messaging as state propaganda meant to deflect blame from Iran’s regime and suppress domestic protests.
The U.S., under President Trump, is described as escalating a “maximum pressure” sanctions campaign, with a specific focus on:

Targeting Iran’s oil revenue and shadow shipping fleet
Sanctioning networks allegedly smuggling Iranian oil disguised as Iraqi exports
Tracking and freezing Iranian leadership’s assets, including money moved abroad
The piece claims sanctions are successfully weakening Iran’s economy, causing regime insiders to move money out of the country and increasing internal instability.
Overall framing: U.S. economic pressure is portrayed as effective, justified, and supportive of the Iranian people, while Iran’s leadership is depicted as collapsing and desperate.

2. Minnesota, ICE, and Domestic Political Conflict
The second half shifts to U.S. domestic politics, focusing on Minnesota state and Minneapolis city leadership.
Claims that the Department of Justice is investigating the Minnesota governor and Minneapolis mayor for:

Obstruction of federal law enforcement
Misuse of taxpayer funds, with allegations that money ultimately reached foreign terrorist organizations
The commentary contrasts current DOJ investigations with past cases involving Democrats, arguing this is legitimate law enforcement, not political intimidation.
Strong criticism of Democratic officials for:

Condemning or obstructing ICE operations
Using inflammatory language toward ICE agents
Supporting or encouraging the idea of abolishing or defunding ICE
Violent clashes involving ICE agents in Minneapolis are cited to argue that:

Local leaders are enabling lawlessness
ICE arrests are targeting serious criminals, including violent offenders
Overall framing: Federal enforcement is restoring “law and order,” while Democratic officials are portrayed as reckless, radical, and hostile to public safety.

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1. Iran, U.S. Sanctions, and Regime Pressure
<ul>
<li>Iran&rsquo;s leadership blames the United States for internal economic hardship, citing sanctions as &ldquo;inhumane&rdquo; and portraying opposition to the Supreme Leader as an act of war.</li>
<li>The commentary frames this messaging as state propaganda meant to deflect blame from Iran&rsquo;s regime and suppress domestic protests.</li>
<li>The U.S., under President Trump, is described as escalating a &ldquo;maximum pressure&rdquo; sanctions campaign, with a specific focus on:
<ul>
<li>Targeting Iran&rsquo;s oil revenue and shadow shipping fleet</li>
<li>Sanctioning networks allegedly smuggling Iranian oil disguised as Iraqi exports</li>
<li>Tracking and freezing Iranian leadership&rsquo;s assets, including money moved abroad</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>The piece claims sanctions are successfully weakening Iran&rsquo;s economy, causing regime insiders to move money out of the country and increasing internal instability.</li>
<li>Overall framing: U.S. economic pressure is portrayed as effective, justified, and supportive of the Iranian people, while Iran&rsquo;s leadership is depicted as collapsing and desperate.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
2. Minnesota, ICE, and Domestic Political Conflict
<ul>
<li>The second half shifts to U.S. domestic politics, focusing on Minnesota state and Minneapolis city leadership.</li>
<li>Claims that the Department of Justice is investigating the Minnesota governor and Minneapolis mayor for:
<ul>
<li>Obstruction of federal law enforcement</li>
<li>Misuse of taxpayer funds, with allegations that money ultimately reached foreign terrorist organizations</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>The commentary contrasts current DOJ investigations with past cases involving Democrats, arguing this is legitimate law enforcement, not political intimidation.</li>
<li>Strong criticism of Democratic officials for:
<ul>
<li>Condemning or obstructing ICE operations</li>
<li>Using inflammatory language toward ICE agents</li>
<li>Supporting or encouraging the idea of abolishing or defunding ICE</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Violent clashes involving ICE agents in Minneapolis are cited to argue that:
<ul>
<li>Local leaders are enabling lawlessness</li>
<li>ICE arrests are targeting serious criminals, including violent offenders</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Overall framing: Federal enforcement is restoring &ldquo;law and order,&rdquo; while Democratic officials are portrayed as reckless, radical, and hostile to public safety.</li>
</ul>
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Law & Disorder-DOJ Targets Walz and Frey in Explosive New Investigation

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Trump Declares Gitmo OPEN for Illegal Alien Criminals

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