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Minnesota's professional sports teams and NBPA speak out after shootings
Summary
Two people were killed during an immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis and investigations are ongoing; more than 60 CEOs and several Minnesota sports teams, along with the NBPA, have publicly called for de-escalation and coordination.
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Two people were killed during a large immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis, and officials say investigations are underway. The events prompted protests and public statements from elected officials. Business leaders and the local sports community have responded with a joint call for de-escalation. The NBA postponed a Timberwolves game amid the unrest, and the league and players have issued public remarks.
Key developments:
- Two people were shot and killed during a large immigration enforcement operation; authorities have opened investigations.
- An investigation into the earlier Jan. 7 shooting resulted in the resignation of an FBI agent.
- More than 60 CEOs, joined by several Minnesota professional sports teams, signed an open letter calling for state, local and federal officials to work together and to de-escalate tensions.
- The NBA postponed a Timberwolves game that was later played, and the NBA Players Association and individual players released statements addressing the events.
Summary:
The incidents have prompted coordinated public responses from business leaders, professional teams, the NBA and the players union, emphasizing calls for de-escalation. Investigations are ongoing and an FBI agent has resigned; next procedural or legal steps are undetermined at this time.
