Noem Walks Back Denial of Pepper-Spray Use in Minnesota Protests
TL;DR
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem initially denied that federal officers used pepper spray and other chemical agents restricted by a court order during Minnesota protests, but after video evidence emerged she backtracked, blaming protesters and saying agents deploy such measures only when violence occurs.
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- Noem Denies Use of Chemical Agents in Minnesota Protests, Then Backtracks The New York Times
- US judge restricts ICE response to Minneapolis protesters BBC
- Court blocks ICE agents from detaining peaceful protesters in Minneapolis MS NOW
- Noem defends Minnesota ICE operations, says judge's order "didn't change anything" CBS News
- Federal judge rules on ICE protocols in Minnesota 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS
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