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Vice President JD Vance Delivers Remarks in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Jan. 22, 2026

Published January 22, 2026 | Video Starts at 14:18

And you know, towards that, sir? Well, you know, it is a shame that kids have to get caught up in this. I am speaking at March for Life tomorrow. I'm pro life and I'm very excited to speak [at March for Life]. there. I want to talk about local law enforcement, but you know, I mean, look, I am. As a child, I saw people in my family get arrested. (14:18–14:20)

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“Local officials, the local cops have been told to stand down.”
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“The best way to facilitate reasonable enforcement of the law...would be for state and local officials to cooperate.”
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