Summary
After Alex Jeffrey Pretti was killed by a U.S. Border Patrol officer, concerns arose about the credibility of federal agencies like ICE and DHS. Lawmakers, including both Democrats and Republicans, are calling for thorough and independent investigations to ensure transparency and trust in the government's handling of such incidents.
Key Facts
- Alex Jeffrey Pretti was killed by a U.S. Border Patrol officer in Minneapolis.
- Sen. Bill Cassidy expressed concerns about the credibility of ICE and DHS.
- Lawmakers have requested full joint federal and state investigations into the incident.
- Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem described Pretti as violent, but videos suggest a more complex situation.
- President Trump and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz discussed the situation, indicating positive dialogue.
- There are calls for independent investigations from both Republican and Democratic lawmakers.
- Sen. Tammy Duckworth seeks an amendment for independent probes into DHS-related agencies.
- The White House is trying to distance President Trump from initial claims that Pretti was a domestic terrorist.
