On the Media A Deadly ICE Shooting in Minnesota. Plus, Trump Plays King in Venezuela.
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Jan 9, 2026 
Jeffrey Mitrott, a senior investigative reporter for the Minnesota Star Tribune, dives into the fallout from a deadly ICE shooting in Minneapolis, revealing the truth behind viral claims of fraud at Somali daycares. Rafael Osio Cabrices, editor-in-chief of Caracas Chronicles, discusses Venezuela's fractured media landscape and the complexities surrounding U.S. foreign policy interventions. Political scientist Abe Newman explains 'neo-royalism' and critiques how elite-driven foreign policies prioritize personal power over global stability.
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Source's Bias Shapes The Narrative
- David Hawk, Shirley's guide, has a history as a political gadfly and posts with racist themes, which colors the credibility of the investigation.
- The narrative taps into longstanding local tensions around Somali involvement in past fraud cases.
Reporter Visits Found Legitimate Daycares
- Dina Winter visited the ten daycares Shirley highlighted and found half closed or refusing entry, but the open ones appeared legitimate and filled with children.
- Many violations were paperwork-related from language and regulatory barriers, not clear signs of fraud.
Verify Funding Claims Before Judging
- Don't assume high funding equals fraud; check inspection records and investigation status before accepting viral claims.
- Look for official compliance checks and documented referrals rather than social media assertions.
