Consider This from NPR Tensions escalate in in Minnesota after another killing
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Jan 26, 2026 
Heather Zielinski, a close friend who shares personal memories of Alex Preddy and his care for patients. Danielle Kurtzleben, NPR White House correspondent who explains federal reactions and personnel moves. They discuss federal response and messaging, leadership changes in Minneapolis, and personal remembrances that challenge official accusations.
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Administration Shifts Leadership To Calm Tensions
- The Trump administration signaled a change in Minneapolis by sending Tom Homan and saying leadership would shift away from Kristi Noem and Greg Bovino.
- The move aims to calm outrage after two deadly immigration-agent shootings captured on video and reshape the public narrative.
Mixed Messaging From The White House
- The White House combined public cooperation language with sharp public attacks on Minnesota Democrats, producing mixed messaging.
- Danielle Kurtzleben says this dual approach appears designed to both placate critics and rally political supporters.
New Envoy Signals Control, Not Moderation
- Tom Homan's appointment signals a personnel change but not a softening of policy, since he is no moderate on immigration.
- Trump emphasized Homan hasn't been involved in Minneapolis and will report directly to him to signal control.