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By Sallee Ann Harrison

January 22, 2026

By Sallee Ann Harrison

January 22, 2026

 
 

Good afternoon and welcome to your afternoon news update from AP. Today, three people involved in a Minnesota church protest are arrested; President Donald Trump's European threats leave America with uncertain standing in the world; and a ski suit scandal has led to new rules for ski jumping at the Winter Olympics.

 

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Nekima Levy Armstrong holds up her fist after speaking at an anti-ICE rally for Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday. (AP Photo/Angelina Katsanis)

3 people involved in a Minnesota church protest are arrested

Prominent civil rights attorney Nekima Levy Armstrong and at least two other people involved in an anti-immigration enforcement protest at a Minnesota church have been arrested, Trump administration officials said Thursday, even as a judge rebuffed related charges against journalist Don Lemon. The developments unfolded as Vice President JD Vance arrived in the state. Read more.

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Trump's European threats could cause lasting damage to US standing in the world

Joe Biden promised Europe that "America is back" early in his presidency, aiming to mend ties after Donald Trump's tenure. However, nearly five years later, President Trump's influence over Europe has grown. Though Trump has for now backed away from his most potent threats to obtain Greenland, the episode has left America’s standing in the world uncertain. Read more.

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How Norway’s ski jumping scandal led to new rules in place for the Winter Olympics

Ski jumping at the Milan Cortina Winter Games will have stricter clothing rules after a cheating scandal involving Norway's team. Last year, the team was caught manipulating the crotch of ski suits to gain an advantage. A recent study showed that less than half-an-inch of extra fabric can add meters to the length of a jump. Read more.

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