Meet the Press Meet the Press NOW — January 27
Jan 27, 2026
A deep look at shifting federal immigration enforcement and the political fallout after a fatal Minneapolis shooting. Coverage of a president’s Iowa trip and his attempt to pivot to affordability and farm concerns. Rising pressure in the Senate over investigations and potential DHS funding fights. A deadly winter storm brings record cold and widespread damage across multiple regions.
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White House Rapidly Shifts After Minneapolis Shootings
- The White House shifted its messaging and personnel after public outrage over deadly federal actions in Minneapolis.
- President Trump personally intervened, sending Tom Homan to report directly to him and distancing from earlier administration statements.
Video Footage Undermines Initial Claims
- Video evidence contradicted initial White House claims and intensified scrutiny of federal tactics.
- Officials moved to replace controversial on-the-ground leadership and reduce Border Patrol presence in Minneapolis.
Local Fear And Disruption In Minneapolis
- Morgan Chesky described local fear after multiple federal actions and two recent killings in Minneapolis.
- Residents avoid schools, lock businesses, and rely on community communication to track ICE activity.
