Summary: Governor Tim Walz criticized the Department of Homeland Security’s description of a Minneapolis shooting involving an ICE officer, calling the federal account "propaganda" and urging a state-led investigation. Mayor Jacob Frey rejected DHS’s version and demanded ICE leave the city. Megyn Kelly condemned Walz’s public comments as "shameful," urging patience until investigators establish the facts. The incident has sparked a partisan exchange while an official inquiry continues.
Megyn Kelly Labels Gov. Tim Walz’s Response To ICE Shooting 'Shameful' As Officials Clash Over Account
Democratic Gov. Tim Walz and conservative commentator Megyn Kelly traded public barbs after Walz criticized the Department of Homeland Security’s account of a Minneapolis shooting involving an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer.
What Happened
Federal and local officials offered sharply different descriptions of the incident. The Department of Homeland Security said an ICE officer “fearing for his life, the lives of his fellow law enforcement and the safety of the public, fired defensive shots” after a rioter allegedly “weaponized her vehicle, attempting to run over our law enforcement officers in an attempt to kill them.”
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey (D) rejected that characterization, calling it “bullsh*t” and telling ICE officers to “get the f*ck out” of the city. Local authorities and federal officials have continued to emphasize the need for an independent investigation.
Governor’s Response
Walz responded on social media with a quote-tweet:
“I’ve seen the video. Don’t believe this propaganda machine. The state will ensure there is a full, fair, and expeditious investigation to ensure accountability and justice.”
Megyn Kelly’s Reaction
SiriusXM host Megyn Kelly sharply criticized Walz’s remark, urging caution and accusing the governor of inflaming tensions. In a reply she wrote:
“This is so irresponsible. Wait. Wait until we’ve seen and know more. How dare you — as the sitting governor! — further inflame an already charged situation by declaring the officer’s defense ‘propaganda?’ Shameful.”
In follow-up posts, Kelly characterized the footage differently, saying the officer who fired had “almost got run over by this woman, who accelerated into him,” and she admonished Mayor Frey to control himself.
Context And Next Steps
The competing accounts highlight deep tensions between federal and local officials in Minneapolis. Authorities say there will be a full investigation to determine the facts and whether the officer’s actions were justified. Public statements from high-profile officials and commentators underscore how quickly such incidents can become politically charged before investigations conclude.
Note: The incident prompted renewed debate over policing, federal presence in Minneapolis, and how officials should communicate while investigations are ongoing.
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