The Trump administration plans to move Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino out of Minnesota, signaling a potential shift in federal immigration enforcement strategy.
Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino out of Minnesota
Gregory Bovino Leaves Minnesota
The Trump administration is preparing to reassign Gregory Bovino, a senior Border Patrol official whose enforcement tactics in major U.S. cities have sparked controversy, according to two government officials familiar with the matter. The officials spoke anonymously because they were not authorized to discuss the decision publicly.
Bovino’s expected departure from Minneapolis signals a possible shift in how the administration is approaching immigration enforcement in Minnesota. Several Border Patrol agents who worked closely with him are also anticipated to leave the state.
The move comes the same day President Donald Trump announced that his border czar, Tom Homan, would be sent to Minnesota to oversee Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations. While the administration has not publicly linked the two developments, the timing suggests a broader recalibration of federal enforcement efforts in the region.
🚨 BREAKING: Border Czar Tom Homan will be MANAGING ICE OPERATIONS directly on the ground in Minnesota, and reporting directly to President Trump
Homan will also coordinate the FRAUD investigations, per Karoline Leavitt
Bovino has been a visible and polarizing figure during recent immigration operations in urban areas, drawing criticism from local leaders and immigrant advocacy groups. His reassignment appears to be part of an effort to reduce tensions while maintaining federal oversight of immigration enforcement.
The Department of Homeland Security has not released an official statement regarding Bovino’s reassignment or the future structure of Border Patrol operations in Minnesota.
Minneapolis Shooting has led to Sen. Jacky Rosen in calling for the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem
Democratic Sen. Jacky Rosen speaks at the U.S. Capitol as calls grow for the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem following deadly shootings in Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Shooting: Sen. Jacky Rosen Calls for Impeachment of DHS Secretary Kristi Noem
Democratic Sen. Jacky Rosen of Nevada is calling for the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, accusing her of misleading the public about the fatal shooting of a 37-year-old protester in Minneapolis.
Rosen’s call comes as anger grows among congressional Democrats following a series of deadly encounters involving federal immigration agents in Minnesota. Lawmakers have also pledged to oppose funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), escalating tensions ahead of a key vote on a government spending package.
In a statement to The Associated Press, Rosen said Noem has failed in her leadership of DHS and has lost control of the department amid what she described as abuses of power by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Rosen said Noem’s conduct surrounding the Minneapolis shooting was “deeply shameful” and warranted impeachment and removal from office.
The shooting that prompted Rosen’s remarks occurred Saturday, when Alex Pretti was killed by a Border Patrol agent during a federal operation. The incident happened just weeks after another Minneapolis resident, Renée Good, was fatally shot by an ICE officer on Jan. 7. Both deaths have sparked protests and renewed scrutiny of federal immigration enforcement tactics.
Rosen criticized Noem for publicly defending the shooting of Pretti before a full investigation was completed. Video footage reviewed by the Associated Press appears to contradict the administration’s claim that agents fired defensively as Pretti approached them with a gun. While Pretti was licensed to carry a firearm, video shows him holding only a cellphone at the time of the shooting. Officials later said a handgun was found on him but did not confirm that it was brandished.
Noem said Pretti arrived at the scene to interfere with a law enforcement operation and described the situation as a threat to officer safety.
Beyond the shootings, Rosen accused Noem of misusing taxpayer funds, citing reports that the Coast Guard purchased two luxury jets valued at $172 million for the secretary’s use. Rosen said such actions further undermined public trust.
Massachusetts Sen. Ed Markey has also called for impeachment, while several other Democratic senators said they would oppose DHS funding even if it leads to a partial government shutdown. Some Republicans, meanwhile, have urged a full investigation into the shooting, including Sens. Thom Tillis of North Carolina and Bill Cassidy of Louisiana.
In the House, support for impeachment has grown, with more than 100 Democrats backing a resolution to begin proceedings. Following a private call with Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison, many House Democrats publicly endorsed impeachment. Rep. Laura Gillen of New York, who previously supported DHS funding, said accountability was now necessary and called for Noem’s immediate impeachment.
Impeachment remains unlikely in the GOP-controlled Congress, but the controversy is expected to complicate efforts to pass spending legislation and avert a partial government shutdown later this month.
Several Senate Democrats oppose the DHS funding bill following fatal federal shootings in Minneapolis, citing the need for accountability and reforms in ICE and Border Patrol operations.
Democrats Oppose DHS Funding Bill Following Minneapolis Federal Shootings
Democrats Oppose DHS Funding Bill Following Minneapolis Federal Shootings
Several Senate Democrats voiced strong opposition to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding bill on Saturday after another fatal shooting by federal agents in Minneapolis. The vote on the $64.4 billion government funding package, which includes roughly $10 billion for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), is set for next week.
Sen. Mark Warner (D-Va.) criticized the Trump administration’s approach to immigration enforcement, saying on the social platform X that “this brutal crackdown has to end” and pledging not to support DHS funding while violent federal operations continue in U.S. cities.
The Minneapolis incident involved a resident who was shot and killed during an alleged confrontation with Border Patrol agents, near the location where 37-year-old Renée Good was previously fatally shot by ICE officer Jonathan Ross. In a separate encounter, a Venezuelan migrant sustained injuries after allegedly striking a federal officer with a tool.
Despite the inclusion of targeted reforms in the DHS funding bill—such as reduced ICE enforcement funding, fewer detention beds, and cuts to Border Patrol resources—Democratic leaders expressed dissatisfaction, arguing that the bill does not sufficiently restrain federal immigration operations or ensure accountability for officer conduct.
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) declared a firm rejection of the bill, stating on X, “I’m a h-ll no — not a penny more for ICE. We should not fund this terror.” Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) also urged Democratic colleagues to oppose the measure, citing the recent federal shootings as evidence that oversight and accountability are urgently needed.
Other Democrats joining the opposition include Sen. Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) and Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), both of whom emphasized the need for strict controls and transparency over ICE operations before they would support funding. Rosen highlighted the “abuses of power” occurring under current immigration enforcement policies, while Schatz described repeated incidents of violence by federal agents as “unlawful” and “needlessly escalatory.”
The controversy comes as lawmakers attempt to pass a series of funding bills to prevent a partial government shutdown, a process now complicated by winter storms and rising bipartisan tension over DHS appropriations.
Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a 37‑year‑old ICU nurse, was fatally shot by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis weeks after the fatal shooting of Renee Good, prompting protests and calls for accountability.
Alex Jeffrey Pretti, the ICU nurse killed by federal agents in Minneapolis
Alex Jeffrey Pretti: Man Killed by ICE Agents in Minnesota
Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a 37‑year‑old intensive care nurse and U.S. citizen, was fatally shot by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis on January 24, marking the second such death in the city in less than three weeks.
Pretti, an ICU nurse at the Minneapolis Veterans Affairs hospital, was killed during a federal immigration enforcement action involving U.S. Border Patrol and other federal agents. Federal officials said Pretti approached agents with a handgun and resisted attempts to disarm him, prompting a Border Patrol agent to fire. Local officials and some witnesses dispute that account, saying video shows Pretti holding only a cellphone and attempting to help others before being shot.
His death comes shortly after another fatal shooting in the city: Renée Nicole Good, also 37, was killed on January 7 by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent during the ongoing federal immigration crackdown known as Operation Metro Surge.
Pretti’s family described him as a compassionate caregiver deeply concerned about community well‑being and federal immigration policies. They said he had taken part in protests following Good’s death and was upset by the heavy federal presence in Minneapolis.
The shootings of both Pretti and Good have sparked widespread protests in Minneapolis and beyond as residents and leaders call for transparency and accountability in the use of force by federal agencies. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has condemned the actions of the agents and urged a full review of enforcement tactics.
Local authorities are continuing to investigate the incident and review available video and witness accounts as community members demand answers about the circumstances that led to Pretti’s death.
An FBI agent has resigned from the investigation into the fatal ICE shooting of Renee Good in Minneapolis after internal changes and controversy over how the case was handled.
FBI agent has resigned from the investigation into the fatal ICE shooting of Renee Good
FBI Agent Resigns from Renee Good ICE Shooting Investigation
FBI agent who partnered with the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) to investigate the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer has resigned from the bureau, according to two sources familiar with the matter.
Sources say that shortly after the agent initiated a civil rights investigation into the shooting, she was instructed to change the case classification to an inquiry focused on an alleged assault on the officer involved. Around the same time, the FBI barred the BCA from continuing its participation in the investigation.
The agent’s resignation was first reported by The New York Times and comes amid a broader shake-up within the FBI that has led to the departure of several experienced agents across multiple states.
Renee Good, a 37-year-old Minneapolis resident and U.S. citizen, was shot and killed by an ICE agent on January 7, drawing widespread attention and local protests.
Protesters march through downtown Minneapolis during a large-scale demonstration opposing federal immigration enforcement operations in Minnesota.
Protest in Minnesota: Thousands of People Demonstrate against ICE Operations in Minnesota
Hundreds of businesses across the Twin Cities shut their doors on Friday as part of a coordinated protest against the presence of federal immigration agents in Minnesota. The closures came as thousands of demonstrators filled the streets of downtown Minneapolis, voicing opposition to the ongoing Operation Metro Surge enforcement effort.
The protest, described by organizers as a “Day of Truth and Freedom,” called on community members to pause daily activities, urging residents to refrain from work, school, and shopping for the day. The action was intended to show solidarity with immigrant communities and highlight concerns over heightened immigration enforcement.
Several small business owners said the temporary closures were a message to elected officials, pressing them to take steps to limit the operations of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) within the state.
Demonstrators gathered outside U.S. Bank Stadium before marching through downtown Minneapolis to the Target Center. The march concluded with a large rally held inside the arena, where speakers addressed the crowd and called for policy changes at the local and federal levels.
Organizers said the turnout reflected growing concern within the community and vowed to continue advocating for immigrant rights through peaceful demonstrations and civic engagement.
1 person died after a two-story home was destroyed by a fire late Wednesday night in Chester Township, Morrow County, officials said.
Fire crews respond to a deadly house fire on County Road 179 in Chester Township, Morrow County.
Morrow County Home Fire: 1 Dead After House Fire Destroys Morrow County Home
One person was killed after a house fire destroyed a home late Wednesday night in Morrow County, according to fire officials.
The Big Walnut Joint Fire District said crews were dispatched around 10:30 p.m. to a reported structure fire on County Road 179 in Chester Township. The area is located west of Fredericktown and south of Chesterville.
Firefighters arrived at the scene at approximately 10:48 p.m. and found a two-story home fully engulfed in flames. Multiple agencies responded and initially conducted an aggressive interior search for occupants.
Due to the intensity of the fire, crews were later forced to switch to a defensive strategy to prevent the flames from spreading further, the fire district said.
The fire was brought under control shortly after midnight Thursday. One person was found dead inside the home. No additional injuries were reported.
The Ohio State Fire Marshal is investigating the cause of the fire. The victim’s identity has not been released pending positive identification and notification of next of kin.
A pedestrian died after being struck in a hit-and-run crash on Morse Road in north Columbus Wednesday evening. Police are seeking information.
Columbus police investigate a fatal hit-and-run involving a pedestrian on Morse Road near Sharon Avenue on Jan. 22.
Pedestrian Killed on North Side Columbus’ Hit-and-Run
A pedestrian died Thursday evening after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run crash on Columbus’ North Side, according to police.
The incident occurred shortly before 6:30 p.m. on Jan. 22 along Morse Road near Sharon Avenue. Authorities said a 911 caller reported seeing a person lying near a bus stop after being hit by a vehicle.
Police said the driver involved did not stop at the scene or provide assistance and fled the area following the crash.
The pedestrian was taken in critical condition to OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital, where they were pronounced dead around 7 p.m.
Following the crash, Columbus police closed both westbound lanes of Morse Road near Indianola Avenue as detectives from the Accident Investigation Unit examined the scene, searched for surveillance footage, and interviewed witnesses.
Investigators are asking anyone with information about the vehicle or driver involved to contact the Columbus Police Accident Investigation Unit at 614-645-4767. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-8477.
Nasra Ahmed, a 23‑year‑old U.S. citizen, says ICE agents arrested and held her for two days, used a racial slur, and pushed her to the ground, leaving her with a concussion.
Nasra Ahmed speaks at a press conference in St. Paul after her release from ICE custody, showing injuries from the arrest.
Nasra Ahmed, says She Was Wrongfully Detained by ICE, Sustained Injury
A 23-year-old U.S. citizen, Nasra Ahmed, says she was forcefully detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in St. Paul, Minnesota, and held for two days before being released without charges.
Ahmed, who was born in the United States and has no known criminal record, described the Jan. 14 incident during a news conference at the Minnesota State Capitol. She said ICE officers surrounded her in her neighborhood, demanded identification, and became aggressive even after she complied.
Nasra Ahmed, a 23-year-old US citizen, was arrested and detained by ICE. She was held for TWO DAYS.
ICE agents handcuffed her, called her a racial slur, and she was knocked to the ground so hard she got a concussion.
During the arrest, Ahmed says an agent used a racial slur and she was pushed to the ground with enough force to result in a concussion and bruising. She and community advocates say video recorded by neighbors shows multiple masked agents detaining her and placing her into a vehicle.
Ahmed was first taken to a federal ICE facility at the Whipple Building and then transferred to the Sherburne County Jail, where she remained in custody for two days before being released without explanation.
At the press event, Ahmed showed bandages on her head and described the physical and emotional toll of the encounter. Local leaders, including state lawmakers, expressed concern that the incident reflects broader enforcement practices in the community.
ICE has not publicly responded to the specific allegations, and federal officials did not immediately provide comment at the time of the news reports.
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium will close from Jan. 23–26 as a winter storm brings heavy snow and dangerously cold temperatures to central Ohio.
Columbus Zoo to Close from Friday, Jan. 23, through Monday, Jan. 26 due to heavy Winter Storm
Columbus Zoo to Close Again as Winter Storm Brings Snow and Extreme Cold
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium will close for several days this week as severe winter weather moves into central Ohio, marking the second weather-related closure in less than a week.
Zoo officials announced on Jan. 21 that the attraction will be closed from Friday, Jan. 23, through Monday, Jan. 26, due to an approaching winter storm expected to bring dangerously cold temperatures and significant snowfall. The zoo is scheduled to reopen at 10 a.m. on Jan. 27.
In a statement shared on social media, zoo officials emphasized that safety remains the top priority. While the zoo will be closed to visitors, animal care teams, security, and facilities staff will continue working throughout the closure to ensure all animals remain safe and well cared for.
This latest shutdown follows a temporary closure earlier in the week on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, when extreme cold made conditions unsafe for guests and staff. The zoo has also experienced similar closures in past winters, including several days in January 2025 due to dangerously low temperatures.
According to the National Weather Service, snow is expected to begin moving into Ohio on the evening of Jan. 24 and continue through the morning of Jan. 25. Forecasters are currently predicting 4 to 6 inches of snow across much of the state, with Columbus likely receiving at least 4 inches.
Some weather models indicate snowfall totals could exceed 8 inches in the Columbus area, though meteorologists caution that those figures are not official forecasts. Officials say it is still too early to provide exact accumulation totals.
High temperatures are expected to hover near zero degrees on Jan. 24, with highs only reaching the teens on Jan. 25. Central Ohio has been placed under a hazardous weather outlook due to the expected conditions.
The storm is part of a larger winter system impacting much of the United States, with snow, sleet, and ice forecast across the central and eastern regions, stretching from the Plains to the Northeast.
