The Megyn Kelly Show Feds Shoot Suspected Gang Members in Portland, National Guard To MN, Pratt Running: AM Update 1/9
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Jan 9, 2026 Federal agents shot two suspects in Portland linked to a gang during a tense operation, sparking significant local reactions. In Minneapolis, protests erupted after an ICE agent's fatal shooting of a woman, prompting the National Guard's deployment. Meanwhile, Vice President JD Vance announced a new DOJ position targeting Medicaid fraud in Minnesota. The Senate is also considering a resolution restricting military action in Venezuela. In a surprising twist, reality star Spencer Pratt is running for Los Angeles mayor, criticizing local leaders over recent disasters.
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Gang Affiliates Linked To Portland Shooting
- Federal Border Patrol agents shot two suspected Tren de Aragua affiliates after the driver allegedly tried to ram officers during a Portland stop.
- Megyn Kelly emphasized critics omitted the suspects' alleged gang ties when condemning the shootings.
Minneapolis Unrest After ICE Shooting
- Protests erupted in Minneapolis after an ICE agent shot a woman during an enforcement action, prompting tear gas and arrests.
- Megyn Kelly highlighted political leaders' polarized responses and emphasized federal investigators leading the probe.
Create A Nationwide Fraud Prosecutor Role
- The White House announced a DOJ assistant attorney general role to centralize nationwide fraud prosecutions, starting with Minnesota.
- Megyn Kelly noted this position will require Senate confirmation and aims to accelerate fraud investigations.