Following criticism from veterans and politicians, Donald Trump praised UK soldiers who fought in Afghanistan, labeling them “among the greatest of all warriors.” This statement came after Trump had previously downplayed the role of NATO troops in the war and questioned the alliance’s commitment to the US, sparking international condemnation. The UK Prime Minister spoke with Trump, after which the US President made his remarks on Truth Social, which followed a backlash regarding Trump’s initial statements about NATO troops. The comments prompted responses from figures like Prince Harry, and other leaders, who emphasized the sacrifices of allied soldiers.
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Witness video of the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis directly contradicts the claims of federal officials who stated Pretti threatened officers with a gun. Video evidence shows that Pretti was holding a phone, not a gun, when he was shot by agents. Despite the video evidence, officials like Kristi Noem continued to claim Pretti was armed and brandishing a weapon. Witnesses have since sworn affidavits that Pretti did not have a gun and was simply recording the federal officers.
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Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old ICU nurse, was fatally shot by federal agents near 26th Street and Nicollet Avenue on Saturday morning. Minneapolis Police confirmed Pretti was a U.S. citizen and legal gun owner. Family members stated Pretti was attempting to intervene when agents sprayed a woman with an unknown chemical. Conflicting accounts exist, with the Department of Homeland Security claiming Pretti was armed and violent, while videos do not support that claim. This incident marks the third shooting involving federal law enforcement in Minneapolis within three weeks, sparking protests and a vigil.
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As Trump’s authoritarian tendencies escalate, his disregard for legal and constitutional boundaries grows increasingly apparent. A recent PRRI poll indicates a majority of Americans view Trump as a dangerous dictator, yet significant forces capable of opposing him, such as retired military officers and the legal profession, have remained largely inactive. Despite a few instances of legal action against Trump’s actions, bar associations have generally failed to take decisive steps to defend the rule of law. The author urges new leadership within the legal community to harness the profession’s influence to combat Trump’s actions and uphold the principles of justice.
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Following Friday’s protests in Minneapolis, where approximately 50,000 demonstrators called for ICE’s removal, federal agents responded with violence, resulting in the killing of 37-year-old Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse and U.S. citizen. Mayor Jacob Frey and Police Chief Bryan O’Hara confirmed the killing and raised concerns about the actions of ICE agents, with O’Hara stating that Pretti had a permit to carry a firearm and that ICE agents had attempted to restrict local police access to the scene. Social media footage of the incident circulated widely, highlighting the ongoing violence against Minneapolis residents, including the recent shooting of Renee Good. The Governor of Minnesota also condemned the shooting and raised concerns over the federal agents’ presence.
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Following the fatal shooting of an armed man by federal agents during an arrest in Minneapolis, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has activated the state’s National Guard. Walz criticized the Trump administration, stating that state authorities would investigate the death of Alex Jeffrey Pretti, who allegedly intervened in the arrest of a migrant. Walz demanded the federal government cease law enforcement activities within the state and called for the withdrawal of federal agents. The governor condemned the actions of federal agents at the scene, claiming they caused chaos before leaving.
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Following the fatal shooting of Alex Jeffrey Pretti by a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) law enforcement officer in Minnesota, Democratic lawmakers immediately renewed calls for the impeachment of DHS Secretary Kristi Noem. The shooting occurred amid growing protests against ICE and the Trump administration’s immigration policies, with many eyewitnesses describing the event as an execution. Over 100 House Democrats have already co-sponsored a resolution to impeach Noem, citing obstruction of Congress, violation of public trust, and self-dealing as grounds for removal. Despite the ongoing efforts, the impeachment attempt is expected to face significant hurdles in the Republican-controlled House and Senate.
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Following a fatal shooting in Minnesota by a federal agent, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson have voiced strong support for abolishing ICE. Johnson accused the agency of killing innocent people, while Pritzker echoed the sentiment, escalating his criticism. Though the recent shooting involved Border Patrol agents, not ICE, it follows other incidents involving federal agents, including shootings in the Chicago area. The leaders’ calls to action come in response to these events and the broader implications of federal law enforcement actions.
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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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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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John Q. Hosedrinker
Minneapolis Protests ICE, Then Resident Killed: A Warning
Following Friday’s protests in Minneapolis, where approximately 50,000 demonstrators called for ICE’s removal, federal agents responded with violence, resulting in the killing of 37-year-old Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse and U.S. citizen. Mayor Jacob Frey and Police Chief Bryan O’Hara confirmed the killing and raised concerns about the actions of ICE agents, with O’Hara stating that Pretti had a permit to carry a firearm and that ICE agents had attempted to restrict local police access to the scene. Social media footage of the incident circulated widely, highlighting the ongoing violence against Minneapolis residents, including the recent shooting of Renee Good. The Governor of Minnesota also condemned the shooting and raised concerns over the federal agents’ presence.
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