James O'Brien Daily Why is Trump lying about the Minneapolis ICE killing?
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Jan 8, 2026 The podcast delves into the tragic shooting of a woman by an ICE agent in Minneapolis, dissecting the conflicting narratives surrounding the incident. Trump’s claims of self-defense clash with damning video evidence, prompting outrage from local leaders. A retired police officer calls it murder, while discussions highlight the blind loyalty of Trump's supporters. With personal testimonies from callers, the conversation also questions the impact of this event on public outrage and examines the systemic issues within ICE operations.
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Death Of Observable Reality
- James O'Brien argues the administration's response illustrates a broader "death of observable reality" where leaders ask people to reject their own eyes.
- He warns this erosion of shared facts enables state violence to be justified and normalized.
Mayor Demands ICE Leave Minneapolis
- Jacob Frey condemns ICE's actions as reckless and demands the agency leave Minneapolis.
- He says ICE's presence created chaos and that their operations are harming long-term residents.
Officials Push A Conflicting Narrative
- Kristi Noem and other officials immediately claimed self-defence and framed the woman as an attacker.
- James O'Brien highlights this as a deliberate, provable falsehood that contradicts widely circulated footage.
