Following an anti-immigration protest that resulted in her arrest, Minnesota activist Nekima Levy Armstrong released a video of the incident after the White House posted a manipulated image of her online. The altered image, which depicted Armstrong crying with the caption “Arrested far-left agitator,” was disseminated on social media, prompting Armstrong to share footage recorded by her husband. The video captured federal agents arresting Armstrong, who maintained a composed demeanor throughout the process and spoke of abuse of power. According to Levy Armstrong, the White House used AI to manipulate the image, claiming political persecution for speaking out against the Trump administration.
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Following a fatal shooting by federal agents in Minneapolis, Mayor Jacob Frey urged President Trump to withdraw the large ICE presence from the city. Frey argued the agents, numbering over 3,000, “weaken our country” and called for an end to the operation to restore peace. The Department of Homeland Security stated the man was armed, while the Minneapolis police chief indicated he may have been a lawful gun owner. Frey appealed to the public to protect their city, emphasizing that the federal presence was counterproductive to achieving safety and unity.
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Due to a fatal shooting by a federal officer in Minneapolis, the NBA game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Golden State Warriors was postponed on Saturday and rescheduled for Sunday. The decision was made to ensure the safety of the Minneapolis community following the death of 37-year-old Alex Pretti, who was killed in a confrontation with officers. Protests have been ongoing in the area regarding the presence of federal officers as part of the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown. The Minnesota Twins also ended their winter fan festival early due to the situation.
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Footage obtained by Drop Site News, purportedly from a witness, provides a closer view of the shooting of Alex Jeffrey Pretti in Minneapolis. The video shows Pretti filming a federal agent before being pepper-sprayed, wrestled to the ground, and shot by multiple officers. This new perspective contradicts the Department of Homeland Security’s initial claim that Pretti approached officers with a gun. Following the release of the video, Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino doubled down on the assertion that Pretti was planning to “massacre” agents, but offered no specific details, leading to accusations of a cover-up.
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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has condemned Donald Trump’s remarks disparaging NATO troops, particularly those in Afghanistan. Meloni emphasized that Trump’s statements are unacceptable, especially given NATO’s solidarity with the US after the September 11 attacks, including Italy’s significant contributions and sacrifices. She highlighted that the alliance invoked Article 5 of the NATO treaty, and friendship, therefore, necessitates respect to ensure continued solidarity. Despite Meloni’s attempts to align herself with Trump, she stressed that this respect is crucial for maintaining the strength of the transatlantic relationship.
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Following the recent killing of a Minneapolis resident by federal agents, Mayor Jacob Frey issued a strong message, urging the American public to stand with Minneapolis. Frey, a Democrat, has been outspoken in his condemnation of the actions of federal agents, particularly ICE, in the city. He has rejected the blame placed on local leaders and protesters by the Trump administration. In response to the recent shooting, Frey criticized the “heavily armed masked agents roaming around on our streets” and placed responsibility for the violence with the Trump administration.
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Alex Pretti identified as man fatally shot by federal officers in Minneapolis. The news of Alex Pretti’s death is devastating, and the circumstances surrounding it are deeply troubling. The reports paint a picture of a man who was, by all accounts, a contributing member of society, an ICU nurse dedicated to caring for veterans, and a licensed gun owner.
The core issue here is the nature of his death. Reports suggest he was disarmed and then shot, and the narrative coming from authorities seems to contradict the available evidence. The initial accounts allege that he was resisting, but eyewitness accounts and video footage tell a different story.… Continue reading
AP News has obtained a hospital record confirming a federal officer fatally shot a 37-year-old man in Minneapolis during an immigration enforcement operation. A video captured at the scene shows officers engaging with the man, shoving him and attempting to restrain him. The footage then depicts a struggle and multiple officers surrounding the man before a shot is fired, with the man subsequently falling motionless on the street. Minnesota’s governor confirmed he was in contact with the White House following the incident.
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Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a 37-year-old intensive care nurse and avid outdoorsman, was fatally shot by a federal officer in Minneapolis on Saturday. Pretti, a U.S. citizen with no criminal record, was known to be deeply concerned about President Trump’s immigration policies and had participated in protests. Family members confirmed his identity after being notified by the AP, expressing their grief and frustration over the lack of information from authorities. The Department of Homeland Security reported that Pretti approached officers with a handgun, though details surrounding the incident are still under investigation.
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Minneapolis Mayor to Trump: “Act Like A Leader” After ICE Shooting
Following a fatal shooting by federal agents in Minneapolis, Mayor Jacob Frey urged President Trump to withdraw the large ICE presence from the city. Frey argued the agents, numbering over 3,000, “weaken our country” and called for an end to the operation to restore peace. The Department of Homeland Security stated the man was armed, while the Minneapolis police chief indicated he may have been a lawful gun owner. Frey appealed to the public to protect their city, emphasizing that the federal presence was counterproductive to achieving safety and unity.
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