In a heavy-hitting mid-week edition, Steve Hallstrom tackles the intensifying cultural war in Minneapolis and the moral crossroads facing the region. As "Operation Metro Surge" continues, Steve makes an impassioned plea to "stay the course" on law and order despite escalating protests and political fracturing. The show features a profound open letter from a Minneapolis pastor on the "parable of the Minnesota decline" and provides a sobering reminder of why federal enforcement began in the first place by reading the names of over 100 U.S. citizens killed by illegal migrants. Plus, the latest on North Dakota’s population boom and the ongoing debate over universal school meals.
Key Moments
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A State of 800,000: Steve highlights new data showing North Dakota has likely surpassed 800,000 residents, growing 50% faster than the rest of the country as births and migration outpace deaths and departures.
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The "Parable of Minnesota": Steve reads a powerful letter from Pastor Levi Secord of Roseville, who argues that "leftism is anti-civilization" and warns Christians that they cannot abandon the political sphere and expect to live in peace.
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The List You Won't Hear Elsewhere: To provide context for the ICE operations in the Twin Cities, Steve reads a "disturbingly long" list compiled by Fox Business anchor Liz McDonald, naming scores of Americans—including Lakin Riley and Kate Steinle—killed by illegal immigrants.
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Cancel Culture and Paul Allen: Steve defends Minnesota Vikings announcer Paul Allen, who faced backlash for jokingly asking if "paid protesters" get hazard pay. Steve provides research showing community organizer job postings with $45k–$65k salaries as proof that professional protesting is a reality.
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A Thaw in the Cold? A professional phone call between President Trump and Governor Tim Walz suggests a possible shift in cooperation as Tom Homan arrives in Minneapolis to oversee ICE operations.
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The School Lunch Debate Continues: Following the Senate's rejection of a universal free meal bill, Steve discusses Governor Kelly Armstrong’s take that the measure will almost certainly pass if it reaches a public ballot in November.
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Constitutional Observer Training: Hundreds gather at a Moorhead church to learn how to lawfully document ICE actions. Steve questions the "manufactured outrage" of the movement while acknowledging the high stakes of federal enforcement.
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The "Freest State" Playbook: Steve plays a clip of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis explaining how his state avoids Minneapolis-style chaos by legally requiring local law enforcement to cooperate with federal immigration authorities.