The Headlines Trump Administration Tries to Control Minneapolis Shooting Narrative, and Winter Storm Shatters Records
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Jan 26, 2026 Coverage of a rushed federal response to a deadly Minneapolis shooting and the tug-of-war over who investigates. A record winter storm that dumped feet of snow and snarled travel and power. Reporting on misuse of children’s genetic data to promote racist science. A look at rising THC drink trends and a new wave of sober-adjacent habits.
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Rapid Official Narrative Clashed With Video Evidence
- The Trump administration quickly portrayed Alex Preddy as an attacker despite video showing he never drew his weapon.
- Minnesota officials say federal authorities rushed claims and withheld basic evidence, raising trust concerns.
Bystander Intervened Before Fatal Shooting
- Video shows Preddy stepped between a woman and an agent who was pepper-spraying her and was then subdued by agents.
- Agents appeared to pull a handgun off Preddy's hip before opening fire, according to footage described in the report.
Calls For State Oversight And Funding Scrutiny
- State leaders demanded a state-led investigation after federal officials made immediate assertions about the shooting.
- Some senators from both parties urged separating ICE funding and called for joint federal-state probes amid credibility concerns.