Judge Removes Order Blocking DHS From Destroying Alex Pretti Shooting Evidence

Federal agents block off the scene of the Alex Pretti shooting as crowds gather in Minneapolis on Jan. 24, 2026. Stephen Maturen/Getty Images A federal judge canceled a court order blocking the Trump administration from destroying evidence in the Jan. 24 fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents, saying it was not needed.

What to Know About the DOJ Investigation Into the Minnesota Church Protest

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has opened a civil rights investigation after protesters on Jan. 18 interrupted worship at a Minnesota church with calls for federal agents to leave their city. The protesters chanted “ICE out,” referring to the acronym for Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The animus was directed at the pastor, who has served

America 250: Presidential Message on the Anniversary of Our Victory in the Mexican-American War

Today marks the 178th anniversary of our Nation’s triumph in the Mexican-American War—a legendary victory that secured the American Southwest, reasserted American sovereignty, and expanded the promise of American independence across our majestic continent. Guided by the steadfast belief that our Nation was destined by divine providence to expand to the golden shores of the

Trump Launches $12 Billion ‘Project Vault’ Critical Minerals Stockpile

President Donald Trump speaks as he announces the creation of the U.S. strategic critical minerals reserve during an event in the Oval Office of the White House on Feb. 2, 2026. Alex Wong/Getty Images President Donald Trump announced on Feb. 2 a new strategic private sector critical minerals stockpile. “Project Vault” is being seeded with