Post Reports Minneapolis ICE shooting, Tim Walz and 'America First' after Venezuela
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Jan 9, 2026 This week, Michael Birnbaum, a White House reporter for The Washington Post, delves into the controversial ICE shooting of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis. He discusses how the incident highlights the escalating political tensions surrounding Trump's immigration policies. The conversation shifts to Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, who faces scrutiny amid a fraud scandal. Birnbaum also explores the U.S. operations in Venezuela, connecting it to the broader 'America First' agenda and its implications for both foreign policy and domestic political landscapes.
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Video Becomes A Partisan Rorschach Test
- The Minneapolis ICE shooting quickly split reactions along partisan lines and became a political Rorschach test.
- Dan Merica says people interpreted video based on preexisting political views about ICE raids.
Federal Force Raises Local Risks
- Heavy federal deployments in cities raise the risk that armed confrontations will lead to civilian harm.
- Michael Birnbaum warns placing armed federal agents in democratic cities can produce shootings and escalate tensions.
Swift Presidential Defense Shapes Perception
- Trump defended the ICE agent and blamed the deceased woman rapidly after video surfaced.
- Michael Birnbaum notes that reflexive defense may not placate voters already skeptical of ICE raids.