The Briefing with Albert Mohler Monday, January 19, 2026
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Jan 19, 2026 Protesters shocked an evangelical church in Minnesota, claiming the pastor works for ICE. This incident highlights the increasing tension between urban liberals and rural conservatives in the state. The history of ICE and its controversial role in immigration policy is explored, alongside the tactics used by activists that echo past movements. The podcast also delves into contrasting visions of Christianity, urging prayer and reflection on the church's role amid political strife.
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Church Service Interrupted By Protesters
- Protesters burst into City’s Church in St. Paul during Sunday worship, frightening children and ending the service.
- R. Albert Mohler, Jr. describes the intrusion as a scandal and likens the tactics to 1960s leftist agitation.
ICE Origin And Federal Authority
- ICE formed after 9/11 by consolidating immigration and customs functions under the 2002 Homeland Security Act.
- Mohler stresses the federal government's clear authority to police immigration, citing an 1876 Supreme Court decision.
Worldview Clash: Globalism Vs. Nationalism
- The protest movement opposes ICE enforcement and aligns with a globalist identity that downplays nation-state authority.
- Mohler connects this opposition to a worldview clash between globalism (left) and nationalism (right).