Summary
A federal immigration officer shot and killed a man in Minneapolis, sparking protests. The man, identified as Alex Pretti, was involved in protests against President Trump's immigration policies. The Minnesota National Guard was activated to assist local police with managing the protests.
Key Facts
- A federal immigration officer shot and killed Alex Pretti in Minneapolis.
- Pretti was a 37-year-old ICU nurse known for protesting immigration crackdowns.
- The Minnesota National Guard was called in to help manage the situation.
- Federal officers stated they fired after Pretti allegedly resisted with a handgun.
- Bystander videos show Pretti holding a phone, with no clear weapon visible.
- President Trump commented on the incident, criticizing local Democratic leaders.
- The shooting happened near the site of another fatal ICE incident earlier in January.
- Pretti's family disputes the account of him being armed, calling for truth about his actions.
