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FBI Director's Gaffe Sparks Immigration Investigation Backlash

1/22/2026

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The gaffe occurred when FBI Director Kash Patel confused Minnesota with a city while discussing subpoenas for five Minnesota government offices tied to immigration enforcement.
Patel, a close ally of U.S. President Donald Trump, praised law enforcement and said no one can obstruct investigations.
Attorney General Pam Bondi reiterated that no one is above the law as the DOJ seeks records tied to alleged immigration interference in Minnesota, drawing ridicule.

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The gaffe occurred when FBI Director Kash Patel confused Minnesota with a city while discussing subpoenas for five Minnesota government offices tied to immigration enforcement.
Patel, a close ally of U.S. President Donald Trump, praised law enforcement and said no one can obstruct investigations.
Attorney General Pam Bondi reiterated that no one is above the law as the DOJ seeks records tied to alleged immigration interference in Minnesota, drawing ridicule.