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Trump Faces Backlash Over Immigration After Fatal Shootings

1/28/2026

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Trump's Immigration Backlash

U.S. President Donald Trump faced widespread backlash over immigration policies after two fatal shootings of U.S. citizens by federal agents in Minneapolis.
A recent poll shows 53% disapproval of his immigration agenda.
Trump replaced Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino.
Trump engaged with state leaders in Minnesota.
Despite these changes, the administration remains committed to robust immigration enforcement nationwide, indicating a tactical shift rather than a fundamental policy change.

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Leavitt Clarifies Administration

U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration initially labeled Alex Pretti a domestic terrorist.
Video evidence contradicted those claims.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt distanced the administration from earlier rhetoric and urged a full investigation.
Eyewitnesses and local officials dispute the government's account, saying Pretti was unarmed and filming the agents.

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Trump's Immigration Backlash

U.S. President Donald Trump faced widespread backlash over immigration policies after two fatal shootings of U.S. citizens by federal agents in Minneapolis.
A recent poll shows 53% disapproval of his immigration agenda.
Trump replaced Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino.
Trump engaged with state leaders in Minnesota.
Despite these changes, the administration remains committed to robust immigration enforcement nationwide, indicating a tactical shift rather than a fundamental policy change.

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