Up First from NPR Troops Stand By For Minnesota, Greenland NATO Tensions, Gaza Peace Board
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Jan 19, 2026 
Clay Masters, a Minnesota Public Radio reporter, discusses the heightened tensions in Minnesota as federal troops are on standby amid protests related to immigration enforcement. Barbara Sprunt, NPR's congressional correspondent, reports on NATO strains over Greenland, emphasizing Danish public protests and concerns from lawmakers about alliances. Meanwhile, Daniel Estrin, an NPR correspondent, analyzes the proposed U.S.-led Board of Peace for Gaza, raising questions about its feasibility and implications for international diplomacy, all under Trump's leadership.
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Minnesota As A Flashpoint
- Minnesota became a national flashpoint as federal immigration agents faced street protests and legal pushback.
- Up to 1,500 active duty troops were put on standby and legal fights between state and federal authorities escalated.
Local Leaders Targeted By Investigations
- Clay Masters described investigations opened into Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey amid criticism of federal tactics.
- He noted a federal judge barred agents from retaliating against peaceful, unobtrusive protests.
Document Interactions And Use Legal Channels
- Governor Walz asked Minnesotans to peacefully document ICE interactions to create public records.
- Legal channels are being used, including lawsuits claiming unconstitutional federal overreach.