Wednesday, 28 January 2026

Two ICE agents were placed on leave following the second fatal shooting during immigration enforcement operations in Minneapolis. The shooting of Alex Pretti has sparked widespread backlash and calls for the resignation of DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, though Trump has indicated he will not fire her.

Congresswoman Ilhan Omar was sprayed with an unknown liquid from a syringe by an assailant at a Minneapolis town hall. A man was arrested and booked with assault following the incident, which came amid heated tensions over Trump's ICE enforcement operations in the city.

Trump threatened Iran with military action, stating that a U.S. armada heading toward Iran is 'prepared to fulfill its missions with violence if necessary' and warning that time is running out for a nuclear deal. The administration has presented Iran with demands including a permanent end to uranium enrichment.

Trump signed an executive order aimed at speeding up rebuilds of homes affected by 2025 LA wildfires by removing permitting requirements. Los Angeles Mayor called the order a 'political stunt.'

The U.S. dollar sank to its lowest level in four years against a basket of currencies after Trump brushed off concerns over the decline. Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase announced they will contribute $1,000 to Trump Accounts for their employees as tax season begins.

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady at between 3.5% and 3.75%, pausing further cuts after three reductions in the fall, amid ongoing pressure from the Trump administration. The Fed decision overshadowed by Trump's attacks on the agency and a criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio declined to rule out further U.S. military action in Venezuela at a Senate hearing, saying the administration does not intend such action but Trump reserves the option. Iraq's nominated prime minister rejected Trump's threats to cut U.S. support if the nomination proceeds.

FBI agents appeared at Fulton County's election hub days after Trump referenced possible arrests related to 2020 election matters. Separately, Senate Democrats are demanding that a DHS funding bill include reforms to 'rein in ICE,' setting up a potential clash with Republicans.

Trump's EPA has been accused by critics of prioritizing big business over public health as it rolls back dozens of environmental protections one year into his second term. Meanwhile, Australian charities report that Trump's foreign aid freeze from a year ago has resulted in preventable deaths, with education, food, and health programs cut.

ICE agents are expected to conduct immigration operations during the Super Bowl LX game scheduled for February 8 in Santa Clara, California, according to local officials. Additionally, ICE was thwarted from entering Ecuador's consulate in Minneapolis, prompting an official complaint to the U.S. embassy.