Summary
The National Rifle Association (NRA) criticized a statement by a federal prosecutor, Bill Essayli, who said approaching law enforcement with a gun could justify police using deadly force. The NRA said these comments might unfairly stereotype law-abiding citizens and urged officials to wait for an investigation into the shooting death of Alex Pretti before drawing conclusions.
Key Facts
- The NRA made a statement against comments by a senior federal prosecutor.
- The prosecutor, Bill Essayli, said approaching police with a gun could lead to justified shootings.
- The NRA called this view "dangerous and wrong."
- The group emphasized the importance of not making broad generalizations.
- The shooting incident involved a U.S. border agent in Minneapolis.
- The NRA urged waiting for a full investigation into Alex Pretti's death.
- The story is still developing, with more updates expected.
