Morning Wire Minneapolis Fuels Unrest & Trump’s Iran Plan | 1.12.26
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Jan 12, 2026 
In this insightful discussion, Tim Pierce, a Daily Wire reporter specializing in international affairs, and Binem bin Taliblu, Senior Director at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, dive into the escalating unrest in Iran. They analyze how the Iranian regime is responding to protests and explore U.S. options in light of the crisis. The conversation also touches on the Minneapolis ICE shooting and the subsequent nationwide demonstrations, raising questions about political responses and international repercussions.
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Video Shows Chaotic ICE Encounter
- Alpha News obtained the ICE agent's bodycam footage that shows Renee Goode revving and accelerating toward an officer.
- The video includes the officer's panicked scream and three shots fired in quick succession.
Organized Protests Coincide With Rising Attacks
- Tens of thousands joined organized 'ICE Out for Good' protests across many U.S. cities, some turning violent.
- DHS reports vehicular attacks on ICE agents rose from 2 in 2024 to 66 in the last 12 months.
Portland Traffic Stop Turned Violent
- In Portland, agents say a traffic stop turned dangerous when the driver attempted to run over agents and was shot.
- Police later confirmed both occupants had lengthy criminal records and gang ties.