CNN 5 Things Unrest in Minneapolis, Trump’s Healthcare Plan, 'Mistake' Deportation and more
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Jan 16, 2026 Tensions escalate in Minneapolis as protestors clash with federal officers. President Trump reveals a new healthcare plan aimed at reducing costs and increasing transparency. A federal court blocks the DOJ's access to California voter data, raising concerns about voter registration. The administration admits to mistakenly deporting a student, prompting an apology. Meanwhile, South Korea's former president faces a five-year prison sentence for obstruction related to a martial law attempt.
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Escalation Between Protesters And Federal Officers
- Minneapolis protests escalated with federal officers using pepper balls, percussion grenades and tear gas to disperse crowds.
- President Trump signaled possible use of the Insurrection Act and the White House framed it as a tool while blaming Democrats.
A Framework, Not A Health Plan Blueprint
- The White House unveiled the "Great Health Care Plan" as a framework focused on lowering drug prices and premiums.
- The proposal avoids major changes to Medicare, Medicaid, and employer coverage and provides few concrete details.
Judge Limits DOJ Access To Voter Data
- A federal judge blocked the DOJ from accessing confidential voter-roll data from California, finding the Civil Rights Act wasn't meant for that use.
- The judge warned the move could chill voter registration by creating mistrust about data use.