Anderson Cooper 360 Trump: “Day of Reckoning and Retribution is Coming" to Minnesota
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Jan 14, 2026 Keith Ellison, Minnesota's Attorney General and former U.S. Representative, dives into the heated controversy surrounding the ICE shooting of Renee Good. He reveals the chaos caused by federal agents' surge in Minneapolis, criticizing ICE's tactics and the lack of coordination with local police. Ellison also discusses the state's legal response, describing the president's rhetoric as vindictive and emphasizing the community impact of these events. The conversation touches on rising tensions in both local and international contexts, including Iran's protests.
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Surge Created More Disorder Than Safety
- Federal ICE surge in Minneapolis escalated disorder and strained local resources rather than reducing crime.
- Keith Ellison says the operation lacked coordination with local police and risks civil liberties and safety.
On-the-Ground Clash Captured by CNN Reporter
- CNN's Ryan Young reported being amid arrests, chemical spray and flashbangs during Park Avenue clashes.
- He described agents piled on a suspect and protesters slamming hands into vehicles to block exits.
No DOJ Probe Sparks Prosecutor Resignations
- The Justice Department announced no basis for a criminal probe into the ICE officer who shot Renee Goode.
- That decision prompted resignations by multiple Minnesota federal prosecutors under political pressure.
