Trump excludes all Democratic governors from the White House business meeting during the annual National Governors Association conference, prompting NGA to cancel the session entirely.
Grand jury refuses to indict six Democratic lawmakers after Trump’s U.S. attorney for D.C. Jeanine Pirro sought sedition charges over a video reminding service members they can reject unlawful orders.
Trump disinvites Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and Colorado Gov. Jared Polis from the traditionally bipartisan White House governors dinner while restricting the formal meeting to Republicans only.
Federal judge blocks California’s mask ban for immigration officers because it excluded state police, but upholds visible badge requirement for all non-uniformed law enforcement.
Trump calls Olympic skier Hunter Hess “a real Loser” after Hess said wearing the American flag doesn’t mean he represents everything happening in the U.S.
Sen. Blackburn demands Chief Justice Roberts investigate Justice Jackson’s impartiality for attending the Grammys, where artists wore “ICE out” pins and criticized immigration enforcement.
White House excludes Democratic governors from its annual meeting during the National Governors Association weekend, breaking a bipartisan tradition of more than 60 years.
Arizona Gov. Hobbs launches “Know Your Rights” website for immigrants, employers and protesters after weeks of ICE enforcement protests and the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti.
Sen. Slotkin refuses DOJ interview over military “illegal orders” video, says investigation is retaliation after Trump called the video “seditious behavior, punishable by death.”
Senator demands ICE confirm or deny “domestic terrorists” database after memo told agents to “capture it all” on protesters, license plates, and hotel locations.
Federal judge bars Homeland Security officers from using tear gas and projectile munitions on peaceful protesters outside Portland’s ICE building unless someone poses an imminent threat of physical harm.
D.C. U.S. Attorney Pirro threatens jail for anyone bringing a gun into Washington, the same day Trump called for nationalizing state elections.
Portland mayor tells ICE agents to resign and leave the city after federal forces deploy chemical munitions on thousands of union protesters including children outside city’s ICE facility.
Wired publishes a free guide on how to film ICE agents, protect your phone, and preserve footage for courts and investigators, warning there is no way to do it safely.
Trump instructs Noem via Truth Social that federal forces won’t help “Democrat Cities” with protests unless local leaders say “please,” warns of “equal, or more, consequence.”
Bondi announces 16 Minneapolis protesters charged with assaulting federal officers, including veteran accused of slapping away agent’s hand.
“No Kings” coalition schedules third national protest for March 28 with flagship event in Minneapolis, citing need for security infrastructure after two federal killings.
Bruce Springsteen releases “Streets of Minneapolis” four days after Pretti killing, calling out “King Trump’s private army” and naming Miller and Noem in lyrics.
Video shows Alex Pretti kicking federal vehicle nine days before killing, family attorney says earlier confrontation cannot justify shooting.
Philip Glass withdraws premiere of his Lincoln symphony from the Kennedy Center, citing “direct conflict” between the work’s values and the venue under Trump’s leadership.
Attorney advising ICE agent who killed Renee Good drops out of Minnesota governor race, calls Operation Metro Surge an “unmitigated disaster” and civil warrant raids “unconstitutional.”
California becomes first state to join WHO disease surveillance network one day after Trump completed U.S. withdrawal from the organization.
Soprano Renée Fleming cancels National Symphony Orchestra concert at Kennedy Center, the latest artist to withdraw after board added Trump’s name to venue built to honor JFK.
Thousands march in Minneapolis as hundreds of Minnesota businesses close for “ICE Out” statewide shutdown protesting federal deportation operation now in its eighth week.
White House fences off Lafayette Square for “repairs” through May; Trump reportedly wants brick walkways removed to prevent use as weapons during demonstrations.
DOJ arrested three organizers of anti-ICE protest at St. Paul church, charging them with conspiracy to deprive rights; White House posted altered photo showing calm arrestee as crying.
VP Vance visits Minneapolis, blames state officials for ICE chaos, falsely claims city has “highest concentration” of immigration violators; says Insurrection Act not needed “at this time.”
DOJ threatens to prosecute church protesters in Minnesota while ICE has made arrests at churches in at least a dozen incidents since revoking protections for houses of worship.
Border Patrol chief says judge’s order won’t stop agents using tear gas on protesters who “cross the line,” claiming force is only used against the violent.
Michael Cohen says he felt “pressured and coerced” by Manhattan prosecutors to provide testimony against Trump, accusing DA Bragg and AG James of blurring justice and politics.
Pentagon orders 1,500 active-duty soldiers to prepare for possible deployment to Minnesota as Trump threatens Insurrection Act against protesters.
FBI asks agents nationwide to volunteer for temporary duty in Minneapolis, with messages that did not specify the assignment or reference ongoing protests.
Thousands march in Greenland’s largest recorded protest as Prime Minister joins demonstrators outside U.S. Consulate in Nuuk.
Federal judge issues restraining order banning ICE agents from retaliating against, arresting, or using chemical irritants against peaceful protesters in Minnesota.
Trump says “no reason right now” to invoke Insurrection Act in Minnesota, one day after threatening to deploy military against protesters he called “insurrectionists.”
Justice Department issues grand jury subpoenas to Governor Tim Walz and Mayor Jacob Frey in criminal investigation opened after both publicly condemned ICE operations in Minneapolis.
Trump threatens to invoke Insurrection Act to deploy military against Minnesota protesters, a power last used unilaterally in 1965 to protect civil rights marchers.
Immigration agents choked citizens, immigrants and protesters with banned tactics at least 40 times in the past year.
Federal agents use tear gas, pepper balls, and flash bangs against Minneapolis protesters as DHS deploys 2,800 officers in what administration calls “largest operation in DHS history.”
SBA announces relocation of Minneapolis office as retaliation for community “hostility” toward ICE, days after federal agent killed Renee Good.
Washington National Opera announces departure from Kennedy Center after 54 years, citing declining attendance and donations following Trump’s takeover and renaming.
DHS officer filmed kicking over candle at Renee Good vigil tells protester “I don’t give a fuck” when confronted about the memorial.
Avelo Airlines ends ICE deportation flight contract after boycotts and protests, closing Mesa base where flights departed and laying off staff.
Colorado AG accuses Trump of “revenge campaign” against state, updating Space Command lawsuit to include terminated transportation funds, SNAP threats, and denied disaster relief.
Grammy-nominated artist Sonia De Los Santos cancels Kennedy Center children’s concerts, joining growing list of performers refusing to appear at Trump-chaired venue.
Federal agents block Minnesota investigators from joint probe of ICE killing as video contradicts Noem’s claim that Renee Good “weaponized her vehicle” before agent shot her.
19-time Grammy winner Béla Fleck withdraws from three Kennedy Center concerts with National Symphony Orchestra, joining growing artist boycott over Trump name addition.
Walz ends third-term bid as fraud investigations that have produced 78 indictments expand beyond $250 million child nutrition scandal to housing and autism services.
Pentagon moves to downgrade Senator Mark Kelly’s Navy captain rank and retirement pay after he told troops they can refuse illegal orders.
Stephen Schwartz, who performed at the Kennedy Center’s 1971 opening, says he will not appear at planned May opera gala after board voted to add Trump’s name to the venue.
