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Trump Faces Backlash, Shifts Stance After Minneapolis Incident

1/28/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump faced significant backlash after federal agents' actions in Minneapolis following the killing of Alex Pretti.
Figures like Stephen Miller labeled Alex Pretti a terrorist.
Some Republicans called for an investigation.
Trump's response included conciliatory messages and a shift in personnel, signaling a retreat from hardline stances.
The National Conservatives experienced a setback as Trump's actions contradicted their authoritarian approach.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump faced significant backlash after federal agents' actions in Minneapolis following the killing of Alex Pretti.
Figures like Stephen Miller labeled Alex Pretti a terrorist.
Some Republicans called for an investigation.
Trump's response included conciliatory messages and a shift in personnel, signaling a retreat from hardline stances.
The National Conservatives experienced a setback as Trump's actions contradicted their authoritarian approach.