Minnesota Federal Shooting Sparks Political Backlash and Investigation
Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old man, was fatally shot by federal agents in Minneapolis during protests against immigration enforcement. Sources revealed that Pretti had a broken rib a week before his death, caused by federal officers tackling him while he was protesting their attempt to detain others. Federal authorities had been collecting personal information about protesters, including Pretti, through a memo instructing agents to gather data such as license plates and IDs, raising concerns over surveillance and civil rights violations. Video evidence shows Pretti holding a phone before he was shot, and he was reportedly trying to help a woman pushed by agents. The DHS stated they have no record of the incident, but internal memos suggest ongoing efforts to monitor protesters. The incident has led to widespread criticism, with some officials and the public questioning the use of force and the federal government’s aggressive tactics. President Trump hinted at potential changes, including personnel shifts and a possible reduction of federal presence in Minneapolis, amid mounting political fallout. Republican lawmakers have called for investigations, and polls indicate growing public unease about the use of immigration enforcement tactics, especially in light of the violence. The White House and DHS officials deny the existence of a database of domestic terrorists, despite evidence of surveillance practices. The incident has intensified tensions over immigration policy, law enforcement conduct, and civil liberties, with ongoing investigations into the conduct of federal agents and threats from both sides of the political spectrum.
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