CNN 5 Things MN Sues Trump Admin, Trump’s New Tariff, Powell Probe Reaction and more
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Jan 12, 2026 Minnesota takes a bold legal step against the Trump administration over immigration policies. Tensions escalate as Trump warns Iran of military action and imposes steep tariffs on its trading partners. Meanwhile, the DOJ's investigation into Jerome Powell raises concerns among Republicans about the Fed's independence. A Venezuelan opposition leader is headed to the White House, signaling key political moves. In a distressing report, details emerge about an arson suspect linked to a Mississippi synagogue fire, allegedly driven by antisemitism.
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Legal Challenge To Federal Immigration Crackdown
- Minnesota argues Operation Metro Surge unlawfully commandeers state and local authority under the 10th Amendment.
- Attorney General Keith Ellison calls the deployment a federal invasion that has done Minnesota serious harm.
US Signals Tough Stance Toward Iran
- President Trump threatened military action if Iran continues lethal force against protesters and announced a 25% tariff on countries doing business with Iran.
- The White House says diplomatic channels remain open between Iran's foreign minister and U.S. envoy Steve Whitcraft.
DOJ Probe Raises Fed Independence Concerns
- The DOJ probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell examines the renovation's scope and cost and raises concerns about possible lies to Congress.
- Powell argues the investigation threatens Fed independence by punishing policy decisions that differ from the president's preferences.
