2WAY Tonight with Mark Halperin Justice Department Launches Criminal Investigation of Walz, Mayor Frey for Impeding Law Enforcement
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Jan 17, 2026 In this engaging discussion, Republican strategist Ed Rogers and Democratic strategist Brian Wolff tackle the Justice Department's investigation into Governor Walz and Mayor Frey for impeding law enforcement. They debate the implications of 'lawfare' and the politicization of the DOJ. Ed speculates on the potential indictment of a governor, while Brian emphasizes strategic messaging for Democrats. They also cover reactions to political statements, the impact of AI regulation, and the ongoing national polarization, all infused with their unique political insights.
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Predicting Trump's 'Cataclysmic' Impact
- Mark Halperin recounts predicting Donald Trump's outsized impact in 2016, calling it 'cataclysmic' in the sense of major change.
- He says many narratives about Trump's true nature and impact still haven't been accurately written.
DOJ Probe Raises Stakes In Minnesota
- The DOJ opened a criminal probe into Minnesota officials over alleged interference with federal immigration enforcement.
- Mark Halperin frames the investigation as a potentially defining moment that sharpens national political polarization.
Partisan Frames Will Drive Reactions
- The DOJ investigation will be interpreted through partisan lenses, fueling claims of weaponization or of obstructing lawful federal enforcement.
- That partisan framing intensifies what Halperin describes as a mismatch and escalation in political tensions.