Following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti during a DHS immigration operation in Minneapolis, former DHS General Counsel John Mitnick called for President Trump’s impeachment and removal. Mitnick, who served during the Trump administration, cited his “rage and embarrassment” over the department’s actions, echoing criticism from others like George Conway. The incident, which has sparked protests and jurisdictional disputes, has also drawn responses from current officials like Minnesota’s governor and President Trump, further amplifying the political implications. The investigation is expected to be led by state officials, while the federal government is also involved.
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The article contends that the actions of federal agents in Minneapolis have shattered the public’s trust in government, exemplified by the killing of a U.S. citizen, Alex Pretti, by ICE agents. This event, which the author states has been misrepresented by the Trump administration, underscores a dangerous trend of disinformation and unchecked authority. The piece highlights the contrast between the actions of the government and the principles of the Constitution. The author expresses concern that the events in Minneapolis could be a harbinger of things to come, urging a stop to the violence before it escalates.
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The article examines the relationship between ICE’s actions and the Third Amendment, which prohibits the government from forcing citizens to house soldiers. The author argues that ICE functions as a paramilitary force, conducting raids and relying on private businesses like hotels for logistical support, particularly lodging agents. They suggest that hotels providing housing for ICE agents are effectively providing infrastructure for an enforcement regime, and therefore, it is relevant to question if this violates the Third Amendment’s intent. The article concludes that private businesses should not be obligated to support state violence and that the government’s outrage at a hotel’s refusal to house ICE agents highlights the erosion of constitutional boundaries regarding government overreach.
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In a Sunday interview, Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino controversially claimed his agents, not the deceased protestor Alex Pretti, were the victims of the fatal shooting. Pretti, who was legally carrying a firearm, was shot by agents after an altercation during which he was sprayed with a chemical irritant and wrestled to the ground. Bovino asserted that Pretti forfeited his Second Amendment rights through his actions, which contradicted video evidence. These assertions were echoed by other Trump cabinet members on Sunday news programs, with officials inaccurately claiming that firearms are not permitted at protests.
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Former President Barack Obama issued a statement condemning the shooting death of Alex Pretti by federal agents in Minneapolis, calling it a tragic event. The former president emphasized the incident should serve as a wake-up call, highlighting the assault on core American values. Obama criticized the federal government’s actions, citing the agents’ alleged intimidation tactics and lack of accountability. He urged administration officials to collaborate with local authorities to de-escalate the situation and prevent further unrest, following a series of similar incidents.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene is urging both MAGA supporters and other Americans to “take off their political blinders” regarding the recent shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, warning of potential civil unrest. Despite video evidence suggesting Pretti was unarmed and filming, the Trump administration has labeled the incident as “domestic terrorism.” Greene highlighted a perceived double standard, asking readers to imagine the reaction if the roles were reversed and a MAGA supporter was the victim of federal agents. Pretti’s death marks the second fatal shooting involving federal agents in Minneapolis within a short timeframe, escalating tensions.
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Border Patrol commander Greg Bovino avoided key questions regarding the fatal shooting of Alex Jeffrey Pretti in Minneapolis, seemingly retracting an earlier statement about the deceased’s intentions. Bovino declined to clarify whether Pretti drew or threatened to use a gun, even as federal authorities asserted he was carrying one and intended harm. Other Trump administration officials, like Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, also backtracked on claims Pretti was brandishing a weapon, citing an ongoing investigation to determine the events leading to the shooting. This incident follows a recent death of another resident by immigration officers, prompting protests and raising concerns about the administration’s actions.
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Following the shooting death of ICU nurse Alex Pretti by a federal immigration agent in Minneapolis, the National Nurses United, representing over 225,000 nurses, has renewed its demand to abolish ICE and halt deportation operations. Pretti, a US citizen, was killed after being shot by a border patrol agent while he was observing and filming immigration agents. This incident marks the third shooting by immigration agents in the Minneapolis area in under a month, prompting the union to condemn the actions and tactics of ICE. Previously, the union has spoken out against the Trump administration’s immigration policies, advocating for immigrants’ rights and calling for an end to violence.
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A federal judge in Minnesota has issued an order preventing the Trump administration from destroying or altering evidence related to the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by a Border Patrol agent in Minneapolis. The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office and the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension filed a lawsuit to ensure evidence preservation following the shooting during an immigration enforcement operation. The ruling prohibits federal officials from destroying any evidence collected from the scene. The state’s Attorney General emphasized the importance of a transparent investigation and that federal agents are not above the law.
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During a press conference, Governor Tim Walz reiterated his demand for President Trump to withdraw federal agents from Minnesota. He emphasized that the state’s justice system would ultimately determine the outcome of the incident involving a man shot and killed by federal agents. Walz also condemned the actions of the federal agents. He stated that the state will work towards transparency in the investigation.
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John Q. Hosedrinker
Trump’s ICE Lies: Did He Ever Have the Public’s Trust?
The article contends that the actions of federal agents in Minneapolis have shattered the public’s trust in government, exemplified by the killing of a U.S. citizen, Alex Pretti, by ICE agents. This event, which the author states has been misrepresented by the Trump administration, underscores a dangerous trend of disinformation and unchecked authority. The piece highlights the contrast between the actions of the government and the principles of the Constitution. The author expresses concern that the events in Minneapolis could be a harbinger of things to come, urging a stop to the violence before it escalates.
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