Trump says will ‘de-escalate a little bit’ in Minneapolis, amid outcry over killings

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseJanuary 27, 2026 at 11:30 PM

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President Trump stated he would "de-escalate a little bit" in Minneapolis following outcry over the fatal shootings of two people by federal immigration agents. This decision follows the deployment of border official Tom Homan to the city and the expected removal of Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino. Trump described Bovino as "pretty out there" and characterized the changes as a "little bit of a change" rather than a pullback. Homan met with Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey amidst the controversy. Trump also addressed the shooting of a protester, rejecting the "assassin" label used by an aide to describe him.

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Fox News 40% Alex Pretti 40% Border Patrol 50% Tim Walz 50% Jacob Frey 50% Gregory Bovino ×260% United States ×270% Tom Homan ×270% Minneapolis ×480% Donald Trump ×590%

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