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By Open Chronicle News Desk
MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has issued an urgent demand for state authorities to take over the investigation into the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis resident by a federal agent on Saturday. The move comes amid reports that federal law enforcement blocked state officials from accessing the crime scene and failed to provide necessary information about the incident.
During a tense press conference, Bob Jacobson, Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, revealed that federal agents abandoned the scene shortly after the shooting, leaving local authorities without enough resources to secure the area safely. “Federal law enforcement left the scene and left us there,” Jacobson stated.
“I’ve seen the videos from several angles, and it's sickening…Minnesota's justice system will have the last word on this.”
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz speaks to press following the fatal shooting involving a federal agent in Minneapolis.
DHS says the victim “approached U.S. Border… pic.twitter.com/hSGzJrvBOr— MS NOW (@MSNOWNews) January 24, 2026
Governor Walz described the behavior of the federal immigration officers as an “absolute abomination” and called on President Donald Trump to immediately withdraw the thousands of agents deployed in the state. Walz confirmed he spoke with White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, insisting that Minnesota “will not be stonewalled” in its pursuit of a transparent investigation.
The confrontation highlights a deepening divide between state and federal leadership. While Customs and Border Protection (CBP) commander Greg Bovino alleged that the deceased individual intended to “massacre law enforcement,” Walz countered by noting the man held a valid concealed carry permit. The Governor also pointed to bystander videos, which appear to show agents disarming the man and bringing him to the ground before he was shot. “Thank God we have video,” Walz said. “It’s nonsense, and it’s lies.”
Meanwhile, President Trump took to social media to blame state officials, accusing Governor Walz and the Mayor of Minneapolis of “inciting insurrection” with their rhetoric. This incident follows the killing of Renee Good earlier this month, further fueling the fire of civil unrest and political friction in the region.