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Political Tensions Surge After ICE Shooting, Trump’s Fed Pressure

1/13/2026

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Political tensions rise after an ICE shooting in Minneapolis and U.S. President Donald Trump's pressure on the Federal Reserve.
Some Republicans, including Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) and Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), push back against Trump's threats.
Their response remains tepid.
The administration maintains an aggressive stance in Minnesota despite public backlash.
Polls indicate independents are turning away from Donald Trump's policies, underscoring a wider divide with the broader public.

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Political tensions rise after an ICE shooting in Minneapolis and U.S. President Donald Trump's pressure on the Federal Reserve.
Some Republicans, including Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) and Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), push back against Trump's threats.
Their response remains tepid.
The administration maintains an aggressive stance in Minnesota despite public backlash.
Polls indicate independents are turning away from Donald Trump's policies, underscoring a wider divide with the broader public.