The Weeknight ‘Inflection Point’
Jan 27, 2026
Kaohly Her, mayor of St. Paul and former refugee community leader, speaks about federal immigration enforcement in the Twin Cities. She describes community fear and calls for transparent investigations. The conversation covers masked agents, blocked state access to evidence, and what genuine de‑escalation and accountability should look like.
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Local Harm From Operation Metro Surge
- Federal immigration operations in Minneapolis have led to community fear, protests, and multiple deaths within weeks.
- Local leaders say optics have shifted but tactics and harms persist until enforcement is truly scaled back.
Vigil For Alex Preddy
- Alex Tabat describes a vigil where dozens braved sub-zero cold to mourn Alex Preddy near the shooting site.
- The scene mixed grief and community solidarity, with a marching band joining the memorial.
Leadership Swap May Escalate Tactics
- Replacing commanders without changing enforcement approach risks escalation rather than de-escalation.
- Tom Homan's record suggests the shift could mean quieter but continued aggressive tactics.