According to reports, Border Patrol “commander at large” Gregory Bovino has been removed from his role in Minneapolis and is returning to his old job in California, with the possibility of soon retiring. This shift follows escalating tensions and two fatal shootings involving federal agents and protesters in Minneapolis. While the DHS denied these claims, the move is a response to the recent events, which have also seen President Trump speaking with city and state leaders about reducing the federal presence. Trump is sending border czar Tom Homan to oversee federal operations in Minnesota, a move that signals a shift in the administration’s handling of the situation.
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Gregory Bovino gets demoted from Border Patrol, and the news has sparked a range of reactions, to say the least. It’s a moment that seems to be tinged with both a sense of satisfaction and deep-seated frustration. The demotion is viewed by some as a step in the right direction, a sign that perhaps accountability is, at long last, making an appearance. However, that’s immediately followed by the sobering realization that this might just be a carefully orchestrated move, a calculated act designed to appease the masses without delivering true justice.
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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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Investigators are currently reviewing body-camera footage from immigration agents involved in the fatal shooting of Alex Jeffrey Pretti, with the Department of Homeland Security confirming the existence of multiple videos. The agents involved belonged to the Border Patrol Tactical Unit, which has a higher rate of body-worn cameras. The shooting occurred in Minneapolis, leading to conflicting accounts of the events, with eyewitness videos contradicting some elements of the official narrative. As a result, the body-camera video could be crucial evidence in clarifying the circumstances surrounding the shooting and the subsequent legal proceedings.
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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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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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Senator Adam Schiff (D-CA) stated on “Meet the Press” that Democrats will not provide further funding to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or Border Patrol due to the agencies’ actions, particularly the ongoing raids. He emphasized that a government shutdown would be the responsibility of Republicans if they insist on linking such funding with other government operations. Schiff expressed hope that some Republican senators would oppose the continued funding of these agencies due to public backlash. He also suggested that the large amount of money already allocated to the Department of Homeland Security has resulted in significant waste, fraud, and abuse.
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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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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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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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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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