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Pardoned Jan. 6 Defendant Says He Was Stabbed at Minneapolis ICE Rally

Pardoned Jan. 6 Defendant Says He Was Stabbed at Minneapolis ICE Rally

Summary

Jake Lang, who was pardoned for charges related to the January 6 Capitol attack, claimed he was stabbed during a pro-ICE rally in Minneapolis. The event highlighted tensions in Minneapolis between protesters and ICE following recent incidents involving ICE agents. Police are aware of Lang's claims, but no official report has been filed.

Key Facts

  • Jake Lang organized a "March Against Minnesota Fraud" in Minneapolis.
  • Lang claimed he was stabbed by a counter-protester during the rally.
  • Minneapolis Police are aware of the incident through social media but have not received a police report.
  • The rally was in response to a broader investigation into alleged social services fraud in Minnesota.
  • The ICE-related tensions include recent shootings and confrontations involving ICE agents in Minneapolis.
  • President Trump considered invoking the Insurrection Act due to protests but did not follow through.
  • A federal judge recently restricted ICE agents from using excessive force against protesters.
  • Lang's rally faced counter-protesters who opposed ICE and accused the group of harassing Somali residents.

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