NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Thursday, January 15, 2026
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Jan 16, 2026 
Shaquille Brewster, an on-the-ground NBC reporter, provides vivid accounts of the escalating clashes in Minneapolis following an ICE shooting. He details intense street confrontations and the response from federal officers, highlighting tensions in the community. The conversation also touches on the political ramifications of the event, including President Trump's threats to invoke the Insurrection Act. Additionally, Brewster discusses the broader implications of these protests on local residents amidst the dangerous winter weather affecting millions.
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Minneapolis Clashes Escalate Political Tension
- Minneapolis saw escalating clashes after an ICE officer shot a Venezuelan man, sparking protests that turned violent.
- The situation prompted President Trump to threaten invoking the Insurrection Act to deploy the military if local leaders don't act.
Officer Shot During Arrest Attempt
- Shaquille Brewster described protesters throwing objects while officers used flash bangs and tear gas to disperse crowds.
- DHS says an ICE officer fired in self-defense after being ambushed and beaten during an attempted arrest.
Massive Federal Presence Didn't Quell Protests
- About 3,000 federal immigration officers were deployed around Minneapolis, roughly five times the city's police department size.
- Despite the large federal presence, protests and clashes continued unabated around the facility.