The 11th Hour with Stephanie Ruhle 'Effort to bend the narrative': White House blames victim in Minnesota ICE shooting
Jan 9, 2026
Peter Baker, Chief White House Correspondent for The New York Times, critiques the President's premature judgments on the Minneapolis ICE shooting. Joyce Vance, a former federal prosecutor, raises concerns about investigative norms and prosecutorial challenges in such cases. Meanwhile, economist Justin Wolfers discusses the economic implications of tariffs and housing policies, contrasting populist rhetoric with actual outcomes. The conversation also touches on U.S. control over Venezuela and the murky legal landscape surrounding it.
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Narrative Framing Before Facts
- The White House quickly framed the Minneapolis shooting as the victim's fault before investigations concluded.
- Michelle Norris calls this an effort to "bend a narrative" that undermines local trust and inflames tensions.
Gather Complete Evidence First
- Collect all camera angles and the shooter's perspective before drawing conclusions about self-defense.
- Joyce Vance warns investigators must gather ballistics and witness statements for any prosecutive decision.
Parallel Investigations Can Backfire
- Parallel federal and state probes can complicate prosecutions and muddy facts.
- Joyce Vance says dual investigations may signal the federal government isn't serious about accountability.
