The Lead with Jake Tapper Federal Agent Shoots Man After “Ambush” In Minneapolis
Jan 16, 2026
Tensions rise as President Trump threatens to invoke the Insurrection Act in response to a shooting in Minneapolis. Voices on the ground provide vivid accounts of protests and clashes with law enforcement. A discussion emerges around the legality of ID checks during ICE operations and the need for de-escalation in policing. Meanwhile, a notable meeting between Venezuela’s opposition leader and Trump reveals political symbolism, and a scandal involving college basketball betting also captures attention. The session is a whirlwind of current events!
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Insurrection Act Threat Shifts Focus
- President Trump threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act to deploy troops to Minnesota amid anti-ICE protests.
- The move shifts focus from ICE tactics to violent elements in protests, per sources and political messaging.
Retool Enforcement To Rebuild Trust
- Sheriff Chris Swanson urged retooling federal enforcement tactics to rebuild public trust with communities.
- He recommended focusing on targeting violent criminals, using fair, humane operations, and listening to peaceful protesters' concerns.
ID Checks Clash With Constitutional Limits
- DHS defended agents asking bystanders for ID during targeted operations, calling it standard screening practice.
- Legal experts counter that indiscriminate demands for proof of citizenship are illegal and unconstitutional without reasonable suspicion.