Anderson Cooper 360

Trump: “We’re Going To De-escalate A Little Bit” In Minneapolis

Jan 28, 2026
Tim Walz, Minnesota governor, discusses state concerns, federal responses, and calls for accountability. Stella Carlson, the woman in the pink coat and eyewitness who filmed the shooting, recounts why she came forward and what her video shows. They talk about federal tactics, investigations, the filming of the incident, and community impacts in concise, personal accounts.
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INSIGHT

DHS-Only Probe Raises Red Flags

  • The federal probe into the shooting is being handled solely by DHS with no DOJ, FBI, or state involvement.
  • That structure raised immediate bipartisan concerns and calls for Secretary Kristi Noem's removal.
INSIGHT

Official Narrative Clashed With Video

  • Initial federal statements portrayed Preddy as an armed domestic terrorist despite video evidence to the contrary.
  • That mismatch fueled widespread accusations of misinformation and cover-up.
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State Officials Call For Removal And Accountability

  • Minnesota leaders say the federal operation shifted from enforcement to political theater and damaged community trust.
  • Governor Tim Walz demanded federal agents leave and accountability for Alex Preddy and Renee Good.
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