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What Does WINNING Look Like in Minnesota? | Guest: Auron MacIntyre | 1/30/26

Jan 30, 2026
Auron MacIntyre, BlazeTV host and conservative commentator, offers sharp analysis of Minnesota and national politics. He breaks down the clashes in Minneapolis and what 'winning' would require. The conversation covers arrests, federal involvement, risks that could reverse gains, and why congressional Republicans fail to act.
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INSIGHT

Minneapolis As A Defining Moment

  • Auron MacIntyre says Minneapolis is an inflection point that could define a Trump second term depending on how it's handled.
  • He argues immigration is existential for both parties and current momentum favors the Trump administration but could reverse.
INSIGHT

Two Failure Modes That Could Reverse Gains

  • Auron warns two failures could flip public sentiment: walking away from enforcement or a clearly botched lethal encounter with ICE.
  • He stresses optics matter and bad handling would create a devastating narrative shift.
ADVICE

Enforce Serious Consequences

  • Auron recommends enforcing real costs: jail time and deportations for lawbreakers to remove martyrdom appeal.
  • He says removing lenient outcomes will quickly demoralize leftist networks and stop violent protests.
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