🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 26, 2026
Madison Keys and Jessica Pegula faced off in the Australian Open's women's singles fourth round on January 26, 2026. This marked the first grand slam singles match between two co-hosts, adding an intriguing layer to the already intense competition. Pegula's performance was flawless, leaving Keys struggling with her hefty unforced error count. The sixth seed's victory secured her a place in the quarter-finals.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 26, 2026
The Seattle Seahawks beat the Los Angeles Rams 31-27 in the NFC championship game. The Seahawks will now face the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 26, 2026
Former presidents of the United States and Canada have called for action against the government. The deaths of two men in Minneapolis have sparked outrage and fear.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 26, 2026
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz called on President Donald Trump to remove federal agents from his state. Walz made the comments in the wake of a fatal shooting of a local ICU nurse by US border patrol officers. The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, but it has heightened tensions between local authorities and federal agents.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 25, 2026
The New England Patriots secured their spot in the Super Bowl with a gritty 10-7 victory over the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship Game on Sunday. Drake Maye, who replaced the injured Bo Nix as starting quarterback, was instrumental in the Patriots' success.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 25, 2026
The Los Angeles Rams take on the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC championship game. The winner will earn a place at the Super Bowl in 2026. The game is set to kick off at 6:30 pm ET/11:30pm GMT.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 25, 2026
The New England Patriots face the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship game. The winner of the game will represent the American Football Conference in the Super Bowl LX, scheduled for February 6, 2026. The game will be played at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 25, 2026
Alex Pretti, a Minneapolis resident, was shot and killed by federal agents. The city has been a flashpoint for protests and clashes between federal agents and residents. The shooting comes less than three weeks after the death of Renee Good, another local resident, who was also shot by agents.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 25, 2026
The eighth US circuit court of appeals issued the ruling, marking the latest legal setback for the DoJ. Protesters disrupted a service at the Lake Ishola Church in January in protest of a pastor's apparent connection to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) The DoJ initially charged 11 individuals, including CNN anchor Don Lemon, with obstructing the free exercise of religious beliefs.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 25, 2026
French politician Aurore Lalucq warns of potential US control over international payment systems. Lalucqu is advocating for an "Airbus of European payments" to protect the EU. The idea is to create a European alternative to Visa and Mastercard.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 25, 2026
President Trump has made over 6,000 social media posts and 433 open press events in a year. The White House Stenographer's Office calculated that Trump's spoken words have surpassed the length of Tolstoy's epic War and Peace.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 25, 2026
Mikaela Shiffrin made history at the World Cup by securing her ninth slalom title. She is the first ski racer to achieve such a feat in a single discipline. The American star is poised to add another accolade to her impressive resume.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 25, 2026
Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old Minneapolis nurse, was shot and killed by federal immigration officers. A video analysis of the incident has since emerged, fueling growing concerns about the circumstances surrounding Pretti's death. Republican Senator [Name] has weighed in on the issue, stating that the "credibility of ICE and DHS is at stake
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 25, 2026
Winter storm Fern has been unleashing a barrage of snow, sleet, and freezing rain on a significant portion of the United States. The National Weather Service has issued warnings of dangerous travel and infrastructure impacts.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 25, 2026
Federal agents' fatal shooting of Alex Pretti sparked widespread protests and a massive outpouring of support for his family. The "Alex Pretti is an American Hero" campaign on GoFundMe, initiated by Keith Edwards, quickly gained traction, surpassing its initial goal of $20,000 within a day. The shooting occurred in the context of an ongoing immigration crackdown in the city.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 25, 2026
Small businesses in the United States are experiencing an uptick in optimism and easing cost pressures, according to recent data. The resilience and adaptability of small businesses have been critical to the economic recovery from the pandemic.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 25, 2026
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming various industries, including healthcare and foreign policy. While some view these advancements as promising, others caution against the potential risks. US President Donald Trump's open bellicosity, including his threats to attack Greenland and Iran, may seem like an ideological reversal.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 25, 2026
Minnesota nurse, Alex Pretti, was shot dead by federal agents on January 23. US sports stars have condemned the killing, while political analysts have discussed the global implications.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 25, 2026
A new report from the American Academy of Pediatrics calls for more emphasis on societal and corporate responsibility to protect children's mental health in the digital age. The new guidance acknowledges the limitations of parental engagement that goes beyond setting screen time limits. A massive winter storm is wreaking havoc in the US.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 25, 2026
Alex Pretti was shot and killed by ICE federal agents in Minneapolis. The federal agency said an agent fired "defensive shots" during the incident. The shooting comes just two weeks after another fatal encounter between law enforcement and a civilian in the city. The Minneapolis Police Department and the Hennepin County Medical Examiner's Office are conducting independent investigations.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 25, 2026
The Guardian sought the perspectives of Iranians living outside of their homeland. Iranians abroad have reported feeling anxious and helpless as they witness the brutal crackdown on protests. Americans pause to reflect on the powerful role boycotts have played in shaping the country.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 25, 2026
Donald Trump's recent actions regarding Greenland and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minnesota have left leading Republicans rattled. While Trump's midterm elections loom, some in Congress have dissented from the president's policies. In Minnesota, workers pressure companies to speak out against ICE operations following a fatal shooting.
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🏛️ Politico Wire Jan 25, 2026
Alex Pretti, 37, was shot dead by federal agents in Minneapolis on January 24, 2026. The incident has reignited calls for justice and accountability from community leaders, activists, and politicians.
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