BONUS POD: Iranians Protest & Die for Freedom plus Trump Targets Funding Behind Anti-ICE Chaos

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Jan 13, 2026

Tensions escalate as the U.S. considers airstrikes on Iran amid deadly protests, with Trump warning of a strong response to harmful actions against unarmed protesters. Meanwhile, anti-ICE protests in the U.S. spark claims of outside funding and organized agitation. Trump vows to investigate these funding sources, sparking a debate over the legitimacy of the protests. As violence unfolds in Minneapolis, federal agents are deployed to manage the growing unrest, leading to intense clashes captured on video.

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U.S. Keeps Military Options On Iran

The Trump administration publicly kept military strikes on Iran as an option while emphasizing diplomacy privately.
Trump framed Iranian violence against protesters as a potential red line that could trigger a strong U.S. response.

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Private Channels Contrast Public Rhetoric

The White House said private Iranian messages differ from public rhetoric and that channels remain open despite no formal relations.
Trump suggested Iran may have crossed a red line by killing unarmed protesters, signaling possible kinetic responses.

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Trump's Description Of Iran Protests

Trump described massive, largely unarmed protests and said deaths reported include stampede-related fatalities as well as killings.
He warned the U.S. would act 'very hard' if Iranian forces shoot unarmed protesters.

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1. U.S. Response to Iran Protests

President Donald Trump confirmed that the U.S. is considering airstrikes on Iran to stop the violent crackdown on protesters.
The White House emphasized that diplomacy remains the first option, but military action is on the table.
Trump stated that Iran may have crossed a “red line” by killing unarmed protesters.
Reports indicate massive protests in Iran, with some deaths caused by stampedes and others allegedly by government forces.
Trump warned Iran that if they harm protesters, the U.S. will respond “very hard.”
Communication channels remain open between U.S. and Iranian officials despite no formal diplomatic relations.

2. Anti-ICE Protests in the U.S.

Trump pledged to investigate funding sources behind anti-ICE protests, suggesting that protesters may be “professional agitators” funded by dark money.
DHS and Republican lawmakers claim that anti-ICE groups are not organic and are financed by far-left organizations.
DHS is deploying up to 1,000 additional federal agents to Minneapolis amid rising anti-ICE protests.
The protests escalated after an ICE officer fatally shot a woman (Renee Good), which DHS classified as domestic terrorism because she allegedly weaponized her vehicle.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey criticized DHS and ICE, calling their actions harmful to city safety.
Videos show organized anti-ICE activists blocking traffic, surrounding agents, and resisting law enforcement, leading to federal agents using tear gas and pepper balls.
ICE and Border Patrol assert they will continue operations despite local opposition.

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