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Minnesota Clergy Arrested as Immigration Protests Intensify

     Religious leaders gather at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International airport, January 23, 2026. I A major demonstration in Minnesota led to the arrest of about 100 clergy members as thousands of protesters gathered to oppose a recent surge in federal immigration enforcement. The clergy, representing a wide range of faith traditions, formed a human chain outside Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport, praying and singing as an act of civil disobedience. Police issued misdemeanor citations after the group refused to disperse, though all were later released. Their action was part of a broader statewide protest movement responding to an increase in immigration raids and deportation operations. Across Minneapolis, additional crowds rallied in solidarity, calling for more humane immigration policies and urging airlines to reconsider their cooperation with federal agencies. Organizers emphasized that faith communities have a long history of supporting immigrant families...

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Trump's 'Liberation Day': A New Chapter in Global Trade Tensions

The global economy braces for impact as former President Donald Trump prepares to unveil his much-anticipated "Liberation Day" tariffs. This announcement, set for April 2, promises to reshape international trade dynamics with sweeping measures aimed at addressing what Trump describes as "decades of unfair trade practices." 

While the specifics remain unclear, the tariffs are expected to target countries with significant trade imbalances with the United States. Critics warn that this move could escalate into a full-blown trade war, with nations like China, Canada, and the European Union likely to retaliate. Economists predict that these measures could disrupt supply chains, increase consumer prices, and create uncertainty for businesses worldwide.

Trump's administration argues that these tariffs are necessary to restore American manufacturing and economic sovereignty. However, the lack of clarity surrounding the policy has left markets jittery, with businesses and governments alike scrambling to prepare for the potential fallout.

As the world awaits the official announcement, one thing is certain: "Liberation Day" marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing debate over globalization and economic nationalism. Whether it will lead to liberation or further entanglement in trade disputes remains to be seen.

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