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Rising Turmoil in Minneapolis After Another Immigration‑Linked Shooting

Law enforcement officers deploy tear gas and munitions against protesters in in north Minneapolis. Minneapolis is facing renewed unrest after a U.S. immigration agent shot and injured a Venezuelan man during a traffic stop, intensifying tensions already simmering from a previous fatal encounter involving federal officers. Authorities say the man attempted to flee before a struggle broke out, during which two bystanders allegedly struck the agent with household tools. The agent then fired, hitting the suspect in the leg. The incident unfolded just days after a separate immigration operation left a Minneapolis woman dead, sparking widespread protests and deepening mistrust between residents and federal agencies. Demonstrators returned to the streets overnight, confronting law enforcement amid tear gas, flash‑bangs, and calls for accountability. City leaders are urging federal immigration officers to withdraw, arguing that their presence is escalating conflict rather than restoring ord...

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Stock Market Today: Wall Street Bounces Back in Premarket Trading Following Monday’s Drubbing


In a remarkable turnaround, Wall Street is showing signs of resilience after Monday’s tumultuous session. As corporate earnings reports continue to roll in, investors are catching a break from their concerns about potential Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. Here’s a snapshot of the market dynamics:

  • Asian Shares React: Asian shares mirrored the slump on Wall Street, with the Shanghai Composite index declining by 1.7% to 3,007.07. Despite this, the Chinese government’s surprising report of a 5.3% annual growth rate in the first quarter of the year failed to buoy investor sentiment.

  • Yields and Pressure: The recent surge in U.S. bond yields has cranked up pressure on stocks. However, premarket trading indicates a bounce-back for Wall Street, offering hope to investors who weathered Monday’s drubbing.

As the market navigates these fluctuations, keep an eye on corporate earnings releases and the Fed’s policy signals. The road ahead remains uncertain, but today’s rebound provides a glimmer of optimism for traders and investors alike. Stay tuned for further developments.


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