Alex Pretti

Feds Still Hide Shooters’ Names After Alex Pretti Killing

Following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by immigration officers in Minneapolis, the US government has refused to release the identities of the agents involved. Video evidence contradicts claims made by Homeland Security officials, suggesting Pretti was not posing an active threat. Despite standard protocol for law enforcement-involved shootings, the agents remain on duty and have been moved from the city. Critics argue this lack of transparency suggests an unaccountable, secret police force and a cover-up, while some members of Congress are calling for an impartial investigation.

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White House Avoids Backing Stephen Miller’s Criticism of Alex Pretti

Steve Bannon claims that those protesting in Minneapolis, following the actions of federal agents, are a “domestic terrorist mob” aligned with a “red-green alliance” intent on destroying the American republic. He believes these protests are not organic, but rather the result of a coordinated effort, despite a lack of evidence. Bannon is critical of those protesting the policies in Minneapolis and blames George Soros for the actions being taken by the activists. Bannon’s response to the protests is to call for even more federal agents to go to Minneapolis.

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Trump Team Demands Right to Destroy Evidence in Alex Pretti Shooting, Judge Blocks

Sources indicate the White House is developing a strategy to assist federal agents in removing individuals, aiming to minimize community unrest. While avoiding direct condemnation of the slain protester, Alex Pretti, as some in the Trump administration did, the speaker primarily criticized local leadership in Minneapolis. The speaker placed blame on the Minneapolis Mayor and Governor for the lack of leadership. Ultimately, the speaker suggested that the lack of calm and order in the community was intentionally fostered by local leaders.

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Nurses’ Union Calls for ICE Abolition Following Alex Pretti’s Killing

Following the killing of nurse Alex Pretti by a federal agent, the National Nurses United (NNU), the largest nurses’ union in the U.S., has demanded the abolition of ICE, citing the agency’s violence and threat to public health. NNU condemned the shooting as an act of “cold-blooded murder” and called on the Senate to block funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The union, representing 225,000 members, vowed to oppose members of Congress who support funding for ICE. This adds to a growing chorus of support for abolishing ICE, reflecting increasing public concern.

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Gregory Bovino Demoted Amidst Controversy

Gregory Bovino has been removed from his role as Border Patrol “commander at large” following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by agents under his command, and will return to his former position. This demotion suggests a shift in the administration’s aggressive tactics, particularly regarding mass-deportation campaigns. Bovino, who had become a prominent figure in the administration’s crackdown on cities governed by Democrats, had previously faced criticism for his public engagement and actions outside of the chain of command. In the wake of the shooting, President Trump has signaled a desire for tactical shifts, with Tom Homan taking command in Minnesota and meeting with local officials to continue discussions.

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More Than Half of House Democrats Back Impeachment Push Against Noem

In response to the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by a Border Patrol agent in Minneapolis, over half of House Democrats are now backing a resolution to impeach Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. This effort, spearheaded by Rep. Robin Kelly, has gained support from both progressive and moderate Democrats, including Senator Jacky Rosen, who has also called for Noem’s impeachment. The push for impeachment follows criticism of Noem’s handling of the situation and the actions of ICE agents in Minneapolis. However, it is unlikely the resolution will pass due to lack of Republican support in both the House and Senate.

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Trump’s ICE Actions: Causing MAGA Division, But No Wavering From Trump

The death of Alex Pretti, a white man killed by Border Patrol officers, has presented a significant challenge for the Trump administration. Despite attempts to justify the killing, the administration’s usual tactics are proving ineffective, as evidenced by widespread public disapproval. Independent voters and even some of Trump’s core supporters are appalled by the incident, posing a political threat with midterm elections approaching. This has caused a rift, pitting Trump’s desire for public approval against the desires of hardcore nationalists pushing for mass deportations and potential use of the Insurrection Act.

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ICE Moved Body to Count Wounds Instead of CPR, Doctor Treating Victim Says

According to court documents, a physician who attempted to aid Alex Pretti after he was fatally shot by federal officers reported that ICE agents appeared to be focused on counting his bullet wounds rather than performing CPR. The doctor observed the shooting, noting that Pretti had been shot multiple times and was in critical condition. The physician stated that agents initially prevented them from providing medical assistance, repeatedly requesting their medical license. Despite insisting on assessing the victim, the doctor found no pulse and began CPR while the agents seemed to be counting wounds, as they confirmed to not know whether the victim had a pulse.

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Pretti Family Pleads for Truth as Trump Allies Smear Shooting Victim

Following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Border Patrol agents in Minneapolis, his parents have vehemently refuted the Trump administration’s accusations that their son was a “domestic terrorist,” highlighting his actions as heroic, including his attempt to help a woman prior to the shooting. The Pretti family contests the administration’s claims, which include assertions that Pretti was armed and intended to inflict harm, by referencing video evidence and emphasizing that he was unarmed and attempting to help a woman when he was shot. Officials have made these claims even though Pretti was disarmed and on the ground when the shots were fired. The family expressed their heartbreak and anger, lamenting the lack of communication from federal officials while urging the public to seek the truth about their son, who had no criminal record and was protesting actions by ICE agents.

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Doctor: Agents Counted Bullet Holes, Not Administered CPR to Shot Protester

A doctor who attempted to aid protester Alex Pretti after he was shot in Minneapolis has made a declaration in a lawsuit challenging ICE’s use of force. The doctor reported that instead of providing medical assistance, federal agents were counting bullet wounds on Pretti’s body. The doctor, who witnessed the shooting, described the chaotic scene and stated there was no need for violence. Pretti, an ICU nurse, was protesting ICE’s presence when he was shot, and the doctor expressed feeling unsafe in the city following the incident.

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