Minnesota Now: Jan. 28, 2026
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U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar said she is OK after being attacked at a town hall last night. A man sprayed an unknown substance at her after she called for the federal government to abolish ICE. We have the latest on that story.
Plus, the Border Patrol's Greg Bovino has left Minneapolis. But has federal immigration activity changed on the ground? We talked with city council members in Minneapolis and St. Paul about what they're hearing.
The actions of federal agents have pushed Democratic and Republican politicians to take new stances on ICE. A political scientist explains the shift.
And a new shelter and supportive housing program has opened just three blocks from where Border Patrol agents killed Alex Pretti.
Our Minnesota Minute was “Alone” by Trampled by Turtles.
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