Summary
Several Republican senators are asking for an investigation into the death of Alex Pretti, who was killed by an immigration officer in Minneapolis. The officers claim it was self-defense because Pretti had a gun and acted aggressively. The public and politicians want a joint state and federal investigation to understand what happened.
Key Facts
- Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old nurse, was killed by an ICE officer during protests in Minneapolis.
- ICE claims Pretti acted aggressively and had a gun, prompting the officer to shoot in self-defense.
- Bystander footage shows officers taking a handgun from Pretti's waistband before a shot was fired.
- Republicans, including Senators Dave McCormick, Lisa Murkowski, Bill Cassidy, Thom Tillis, and Pete Ricketts, are calling for an investigation.
- Critics are concerned about how ICE agents are trained and the rules they follow.
- Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed Pretti had a gun at the time of the incident.
- The death has led to calls for both state and federal investigations to ensure transparency.
- Senators stress the importance of law enforcement maintaining public trust while doing their jobs.
