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Trump Unresponsive to Walz's Request Amid Minnesota Tensions

1/16/2026

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White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said she is uncertain about Minnesota Governor Tim Walz's request to speak with U.S. President Donald Trump about unrest.
Leavitt questioned the sincerity of Walz's offer during a briefing.
Trump had not communicated with Walz as of 30 minutes before the briefing.
Walz, the 2024 Democratic vice-presidential nominee, seeks to address escalating tensions between Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents and protesters in Minnesota.

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White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said she is uncertain about Minnesota Governor Tim Walz's request to speak with U.S. President Donald Trump about unrest.
Leavitt questioned the sincerity of Walz's offer during a briefing.
Trump had not communicated with Walz as of 30 minutes before the briefing.
Walz, the 2024 Democratic vice-presidential nominee, seeks to address escalating tensions between Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents and protesters in Minnesota.