Summary
President Trump's administration and his supporters shared false information about the shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. Video evidence shows that Pretti was helping a woman before he was shot by Border Patrol agents, contrary to claims that he was attacking them. The misrepresented details raise concerns about spreading misinformation.
Key Facts
- President Trump's administration and MAGA allies spread false claims about Alex Pretti's shooting.
- Alex Pretti was a nurse and had a legal permit for his gun.
- By video, Pretti tried to help a woman before agents tackled and shot him.
- Some officials wrongly claimed Pretti was violent and tried to kill agents.
- Video analysis showed Pretti's gun was taken by agents before he was shot.
- Misinformation suggested Pretti was an "illegal alien" and a "terrorist."
- Pretti’s parents condemned the administration's untrue statements.
- Similar unproven claims were made about another shooting involving Renee Good.
