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House Republicans defend ICE agent in fatal shooting, say use of force was justified

January 9, 2026

close Video Republican lawmakers react to fatal Minnesota encounter GOP lawmakers come to the defense of the Trump administration's view of the incident. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Republicans on Capitol Hill moved quickly to defend a federal ICE agent involved in a fatal shooting in Minnesota, saying the officer acted within his bounds after facing what authorities described as an immediate threat.

House Republicans defend ICE agent in fatal shooting, say use of force was justified

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"They were within their right to defend themselves.
He was defending himself," Rep.
Buddy Carter, R-Ga., said."We have to show respect for the ICE agent.
We have to show respect to our public safety officials," he added.
GOV WALZ AUTHORIZES NATIONAL GUARD STAGING FOLLOWING FATAL ICE SHOOTING IN MINNEAPOLIS Rep.

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House Republicans defend ICE agent in fatal shooting, say use of force was justified

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