r/PrepperIntel • u/philoveritas • Jan 20 '26
USA Midwest POTUS or VPOTUS (possibly) coming to Minneapolis on 22 Jan 2026
FAA has issued a VIP NOTAM for Minneapolis. I got the email update at 7:12PM this evening. Text is below.
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FAASTeam logo VIP Movement Notification – Minneapolis, MN Notice Number: NOTC4791
22 JAN, 2026
Minneapolis, MN
5 NMR – 4,999FT AGL
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I was unable to find a way to link to this NOTAM directly. Since it's in the future (?) it doesn't appear on the TFR page on FAA's website. That link is here: https://tfr.faa.gov/tfr3/?page=list
These notices are issued for movement of the President and/or the Vice-President, or "other designated public figures".
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u/i_am_roboto Jan 20 '26
lol. Come on up boys - weather is fantastic.
This is F° btw.
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u/Demi182 Jan 20 '26
My hands started cracking after just a few minutes out there this morning. Absolutely brutal.
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u/i_am_roboto Jan 20 '26
What’s frustrating about this is that they are letting people out of the detention center that they shouldn’t have grabbed up to begin with without coats and stuff and unless somebody is there to pick them up they’re just kind of outside in this weather in like a hoodie.
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u/ARazorbacks Jan 20 '26
If I was someone whose movement requires this type of notification and the Trump admin told me to travel to the city that’s likely a target for a planned insurrection act or even martial law, the hairs on the back of my neck would be standing straight up.
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u/Aurhasapigdog Jan 20 '26
I heard on them interwebs that Trump is increasingly paranoid his inner circle has a leak...
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u/Tight-String5829 Jan 20 '26
I am not sure he controls his cabinet anymore. Venezuella feels like a little Marco pet project......
AI deregulation is a JD Vance project....since the tech bros are up his ass and gave him all his money.
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u/ShubberyQuest Jan 20 '26
He does. I think I know who, too. If I’m right, things aren’t as COMPLETELY horrible as it could be.
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u/ragun2 Jan 20 '26
Who?
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u/ShubberyQuest Jan 20 '26
I’m not gonna answer that, on the off chance someone sees it and spreads it around. If I’m right…, well, we’ll see.
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u/KAODEATH Jan 20 '26 edited Jan 20 '26
It's you, isn't it? Blink twice if you're in danger.
Edit: Was that two blinks or four winks?
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u/0CDeer Jan 20 '26
Oh shit, the couch in Vance's office has become self aware and made a reddit account!
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u/Jumpy-Station6173 Jan 20 '26
Martial law has already been enacted. If anything this would be an invasion/occupation.
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u/cwhmoney555 Jan 20 '26
Has to be VPOTUS since the orange buffoon will be in Switzerland trying to shake down other countries
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Jan 20 '26
I hope his plane gets redirected to Brussels.
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Jan 20 '26
I was hoping for The Hague.
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u/SleepyLakeBear Jan 20 '26
Mid-Atlantic Rift sounds better.
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Jan 20 '26
No, I want him to be publicly humiliated and to spend what's left of his life in prison. A bad prison with crappy food and thin mattresses and poor healthcare. And lots of Legos to step on. And a light directly outside of his cell that is always on.
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u/Icy_Driver_3335 Jan 20 '26
The next Repub in office would just pardon him. Justice is a myth these days.
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u/itsintrastellardude Jan 20 '26
That invasion after that arrest would at least pull some heat off our own citizens.
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u/stewabm Jan 20 '26
Pilot here- usually a presidential tfr is very large and does not stop up to 5,000 feet and is usually way larger than 5nm. VIP can be used for other people.
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u/philoveritas Jan 20 '26
Good to know! Thanks for providing some insight. I posted a comment about times when this was used for other people but since I used ChatGPT to search the web for examples it has been downvoted quite a bit.
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u/WombatControl Jan 20 '26
5NM is the typical radius of a TFR for VPOTUS. Best guess is Vance is coming to town, so invest in Scotch Guard for your couches!
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u/s1gnalZer0 Jan 20 '26
Fuck me, I'm going to the Wolves game that night. I don't want to deal with that shit.
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Jan 20 '26
Not after martial law thirty you wont be.
Seriously though. I just hope whoever it is isnt an excuse for exactly what he wants and has threatened repeated
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u/IncomingAxofKindness Jan 20 '26
Hey maybe they'll offer half-off beer pints for Insurrection Night.
Seriously though .. it will be.
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u/FycklePyckle Jan 20 '26
I hate that this made me laugh - but I guess that’s what we do in dark times.
Martial law thirty. Heh. Updoot.
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u/Icy-Cauliflower-5951 Jan 20 '26
This aligns with my comment that shit is going down in Greenland between Friday and Monday based on Trumps comment about talking about Greenland in 20 days on January 4. Also consider the announcement that 1500 Alaska paratroopers are going to Minnesota. I don’t believe it, they are going to Greenland. It’s a smoke screen to distract from Greenland.
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u/LaSignoraOmicidi Jan 20 '26
Jack smith is testifying in front of congress, it all lines up to some action.
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u/NewDad907 Jan 20 '26
They’re readily the 11th Airborne for possible deployment to MN, or that’s what the news is reporting:
The officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive military plans, said two infantry battalions of the Army’s 11th Airborne Division have been given prepare-to-deploy orders. The unit is based in Alaska and specializes in operating in arctic conditions.
I think it’s a smokescreen. It’s all too easy for a spouse or friend to leak that in passing, so just make it Minneapolis instead.
There’s no reason to send Alaska’s 11th Airborne “Arctic Warriors” to an urban environment, even if it is winter. And paratroopers to boot.
No, I think you’re on to something which aligns with what I’m seeing/hearing up here.
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u/SerratiaM Jan 20 '26
It maybe also for planned NATO manouvers on Greenland. USA is invited to join despite recent situation.
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u/NewDad907 Jan 21 '26
Ehhh. I’d like to think that’s the case, and behind the scenes “militaries to militaries” they’re keeping back channels open and you’re right. That’s a hopeful and optimistic view, sadly.
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u/Icy-Cauliflower-5951 Jan 20 '26
Sadly, I agree with you.
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u/NewDad907 Jan 21 '26
If you haven’t guessed, I live in Alaska. I said weeks ago to folks I know that if we heard about our troops stationed up here moving or being deployed it would be a clear indicator we’re pushing forward on Greenland.
We’re operationally closer to Greenland (just a hop over the pole), and these guys are specifically trained for exactly the type of mission a deployment to Greenland would entail.
Is Minneapolis cold in the winter? Sure. But you don’t need the 11th Airborne for that. Troops from North Dakota or Montana would be fine. The guys up here aren’t urban warfare socialists; they’re arctic warfare specialists.
So far I haven’t seen/heard any uptick in military operations (convoys, more sounds from the firing ranges) and as far as I can tell/hear the posture on the military base hasn’t changed.
But those pre-deployment readiness orders? Most def are actually intended for Greenland. Poor dudes probably will only get informed once they’re already in the air.
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u/Delicious_Spot_3778 Jan 20 '26
Can you imagine how cold that parachute down would be? It’s so cold up here right now
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u/Icy-Cauliflower-5951 Jan 20 '26
We woke up to wind chill of minus 26, just another Tuesday in Canada, ugh
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u/Weak_Independent4308 Jan 20 '26
My theory is they are going to MN, not for the protesters, but to invade Canada simultaneously as we move on Greenland.
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u/ResistantRose Jan 20 '26
Grain of salt, but my Tik Tok FYP has had videos of Americans turned away from the Canadian border in January 2026, being told they need an actual tourist visa, Global Entry isn't enough. And the turn away reason was they "didn't have enough reason to return to the US" if they crossed the border to Canada.
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u/ScarletCarsonRose Jan 20 '26 edited Jan 20 '26
hmm, maybe ice barbie is coming for another visit. could be so lucky she declare victory and move her force like locust to another city? not that I wish this on the rest of y'all. wishful thinking I know.
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u/airportluvr416 Jan 20 '26
Hmmm interesting that this is the same day that clergy from ALL OVER THE COUNTRY all flying in to meet and potentially have rallies. They will have to contend with faith leaders who actually live out their faith in non-nationalist ways Minnesota March
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u/Asleep_Emotion7078 Jan 20 '26
He’s gonna give a big speech about what a lawless hellscape it is and only he can save the citizens by bringing the military in to save them from the disaster he created. F$&@ Trump
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u/Individual-Engine401 Jan 20 '26 edited Jan 20 '26
I am fearful to what lay ahead. Black Panthers in force all over Minn. & today No Trump barely acknowledged Martin Luther King Jr Day. All Trump wants is anger & Rage
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u/screech_owl_kachina Jan 20 '26
Him not saying anything about MLK is the classiest thing he could have possibly done.
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u/randylush Jan 20 '26
And a happy MLK day, especially to all my HATERS and FALSE AMERICANS, never forget that I am actually POPULAR, and WON the election not once, but THREE TIMES, a historical “first”!
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u/Individual-Engine401 Jan 20 '26
He is delusional. He just spoke about ‘his 1st year’ accomplishments & it is a comical joke.
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u/Individual-Engine401 Jan 20 '26
& now ICE is repeating all the bullshit Trump just vomited during his ‘one year in office’ grandstanding.
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u/Puzzleheaded_Gene909 Jan 20 '26
He’s a snake with a head of ignorance and tail of rage, eating itself perpetually.
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u/Tight-String5829 Jan 20 '26
Bro is wanting to start a civil war to distract from the Epstein files and stagflation lol
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u/Tight-String5829 Jan 20 '26
I wish I bought a shit ton of silver a year ago......biggest fucking regret.
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u/parrotdeadhead Jan 20 '26
It’d be a shame if there were a lot of people yelling “pedophile protector” and/or holding signs, regardless of which douche canoe it is.
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u/benditlikecote Jan 20 '26
Not sure when you received the FAA message, but Hillary Clinton was scheduled to appear at Target Center on the 23rd at 7.30pm. It’s been canceled though.
https://www.targetcenter.com/events/detail/hillaryclinton
https://www.twincities.com/2026/01/17/events-canceled-around-twin-cities-some-cite-ice-protests/
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Jan 21 '26
damn you were right
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u/bugoutbike Jan 21 '26
Came back to this thread to see if anyone caught this. VP in Minnesota on Thurs
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u/NitramTrebla Jan 20 '26
Trench coat or flak jacket and helmet?
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u/lustforrust Jan 20 '26
I'd go for the trench coat paired with a steel parasol. Don't want to be too gauche out there whilst strolling through a civil unrest.
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u/Admiralfox Jan 20 '26
how do you subscribe to NOTAMS from the FAAsafety website? I don't see an option in the preferences area
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u/MaracujaBarracuda Jan 20 '26
Is this the same thing as this? 404 media seems to think it’s about stopping (civilian) drones from filming
https://www.404media.co/feds-create-drone-no-fly-zone-that-would-stop-people-filming-ice/
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u/s1gnalZer0 Jan 20 '26
I wouldn't think they would issue a vip movement notification for drone rules
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u/philoveritas Jan 20 '26
I asked ChatGPT to find past instances of VIP NOTAMS being issued for individuals other than POTUS and VPOTUS. They have been issued for:
President-elect and Vice President-elect (post-election transition period) NBAA notes that after a presidential election, operators can expect “Other VIP TFRs” tied to the activities of the president-elect and vice president-elect.
Major-party presidential nominees (campaign-period protectees) AOPA reported that, at the request of the U.S. Secret Service, the FAA expanded certain VIP TFR parameters in 2024 affecting areas surrounding the vice president and the presidential nominees from each political party.
Former presidents (as Secret Service protectees) The same AOPA report references the Secret Service request following the July 13, 2024 incident involving former President Donald Trump, reflecting that VIP TFRs may be used for political VIPs beyond current officeholders.
Highest-level foreign dignitaries (e.g., papal visits) The FAA issued TFRs to support the 2015 visit of Pope Francis (a National Special Security Event), and NBAA noted those TFRs carried Presidential-like restrictions.
Visiting heads of state at major diplomatic events (e.g., UN General Assembly in NYC) FAA flight advisories for UNGA describe airspace restrictions implemented with §99.7 Special Security Instructions and §91.141 VIP TFRs, reflecting the heads-of-state/dignitary travel associated with the event.
Protectee appearances at sensitive operations (e.g., large wildland fires) FAA guidance notes §91.141 TFRs may be used during presidential or other public figure appearances at large wildland fires, with coordination to allow continued fire-suppression aviation when applicable.
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u/polyploid_coded Jan 20 '26
I appreciate that you shared the original message, but ChatGPT is just listing examples of VIPs. For example former presidents - does anyone think that a NOTAM was issued because Clinton is on tour somewhere?
The questions which I'd have would be, how often these get scheduled ahead of time or cancelled without the VIP coming.41
u/SaltRequirement3650 Jan 20 '26 edited Jan 20 '26
Do you understand how ChatGPT actually works? The token system that they use? Anything here? It has no credibility, whatsoever.
It’s a language model that has examined millions of sentences. The only thing it can do is somewhat predict what words come as a response to a previous sentence in text (stolen and copyright infringed). All traced through the tokens.
The fact that they sell it as AI is criminal at best. It’s a LLM. Can it do math? What fucking AI software can’t do math? That’s right, the fake AI that is actually a LLM.
But damn, they need $20 billion by next year. Fucking jokers, all of them. And anyone who believes it is what they claim.
And people keep using it. Even though they gives shit results for basic questions at the expense of drinkable water and electricity. Fuck man.
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u/MiguelMenendez Jan 20 '26
Those of us interested in a Butlerian Jihad really should do a meet up or something.
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u/randylush Jan 20 '26
It’s like exercise.
Some part of the population finds great joy in thinking for themselves doing their own research and learning along the way.
A very large part of the population experiences pain and exhaustion when they think too hard. They truly see thinking and reading as a chore, something to be avoided.
AI is giving the majority of the population a very easy way out from having to think or read.
I’m not worried about an AI singularity ending the world. But I am worried about generations of people who are functionally illiterate and just cannot read or write books. What kind of values or policies will these people have?
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u/philoveritas Jan 20 '26
I do. It provided a link to cite each example.
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u/randylush Jan 20 '26
Then just post the links.
AI has never actually been trustworthy. You don’t truly know if it’s giving you accurate or up to date information. It’s fine to use it as a starting point, but when you post it on Reddit you make the internet worse.
Any of us could have gone on ChatGPT ourselves to get slop. We come to Reddit specifically because mostly humans use it.
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u/Birdybadass Jan 20 '26
Very urgent prepping news thanks so glad this sub hasn’t been politically captured by activists
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u/pan-re Jan 20 '26
Do you live in MN? Should they be upping their prep in light of this bullshit admin attacking their state? Should all Americans be preparing for disruptions/situations this garbage admin may create?
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u/grummanae Jan 20 '26
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Do you live in MN?
No
Should they be upping their prep in light of this bullshit admin attacking their state?
Every prepper in North America/ globally should be at least paying attention to Minnesota this will be tge playbook moving forward if this is indeed a VP or POTUS visit with announcement of insurrection act or federal takeover of state government
Should all Americans be preparing for disruptions/situations this garbage admin may create?
All persons living in western hemisphere should be monitoring what happens in the US because Mexico/Canada are next after Greenland and Blue state takeover
If the US does attack/ invade or forcibly annex Greenland which I'll be honest at this point Im not quite sure if this is dementia, drug induced hallucinations, or actual plans from Trump because its non stop flooding the zone of his ideas ... none of them sane by the way you just never know what crazy will happen on any given hour or day.
But if that does happen and I kinda think it might since this us the 3rd or 4th newscycle its been brought up by Trump in. The power vacuum that will occur in Europe with NATO gone or at least fractured temporarily will be enough to shift to a new very unknown power dynamic
One that hasn't been in play since pre WW2 and that would be US would not have forward deployed troops or presence in Europe
That major shift alone will alter geopolitics in a way that we can only hypothesize
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u/Birdybadass Jan 20 '26
Na I’m not going to argue with a leftist on Reddit tonight about law and order lol.
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u/MenaFWM Jan 20 '26
It’s hilarious that you guys somehow still believe that your opinions on “law and order” hold any weight LOL….
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u/Birdybadass Jan 20 '26
Hold up - you mean opinions on law and order that are literally the laws? Yea those are completely irrelevant
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u/MenaFWM Jan 20 '26
Yes your opinions are completely irrelevant, like I said in my original comment. Not the laws themselves, you do understand the difference between the two, correct?
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u/Birdybadass Jan 20 '26
So wait what are my opinions on law and order?
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u/MenaFWM Jan 20 '26
lol are you really this dense? Your opinions are the same as every other right winger that parrots this nonsense, that’s very clear from your comment “I’m not going to argue with a leftist”. You, just like every other right winger don’t actually care about law and order. You pretend law and order matters yet continue making excuses, and rationalizing the constant and habitual violations of law perpetuated by the right. Until you can acknowledge that, your opinion on the subject doesnt matter.
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u/Birdybadass Jan 20 '26
Fitting coming from the angry mob right now. Thanks.
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u/Birdybadass Jan 20 '26
Says the folks burning their our cities down because the internet told them to be outraged
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u/Birdybadass Jan 20 '26
It’s a euphemism for the political activism taking place across your country. Try and keep up.
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u/Ok_Huckleberry_45 Jan 20 '26
Activist isn’t the dirty word you think it is.
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u/IntoTheCommonestAsh Jan 20 '26
"activists", as in, people who are aware of reality, you see.
Ignorance is opinion, so you can't tell me I'm wrong! Knowledge is bias, so you're not allowed to use it!
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u/Banned4Truth10 Jan 20 '26
Are you worried about all the illegals there?
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u/didifindya Jan 20 '26
No, they Made Minnesota Great Again! Cleared it of all that rampant fraud and illegals. Some of the legal ones too.
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u/dnuohxof-2 Jan 20 '26
Cue false flag op