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Federal and state officials offer starkly different messages on immigration crackdown after shooting

Federal and state officials offer starkly different messages on immigration crackdown after shooting

Summary

Federal and state officials in Minneapolis gave different messages about a recent immigration crackdown following a shooting involving federal agents. This incident led to protests and public disagreement between authorities about the actions of the agents involved.

Key Facts

  • Federal agents were involved in a shooting in Minneapolis that resulted in the death of Alex Pretti, a nurse.
  • State Governor Tim Walz criticized the federal government's actions during the immigration crackdown.
  • Greg Bovino from Border Patrol defended the actions of federal agents, blaming Pretti for interfering.
  • Video evidence seems to contradict federal claims about the nature of the incident.
  • The video reportedly shows Pretti holding a phone, not a weapon, before being shot by agents.
  • Clashes between protesters and immigration officers occurred in response to the shooting.
  • Pretti had a license to carry a concealed weapon, which agents reportedly discovered before shooting.

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