Summary
President Donald Trump announced that federal investigations are progressing after the shooting death of Alex Pretti by federal agents in Minneapolis. Homeland Security Investigations is leading the review focused on the use of force, instead of a criminal investigation. Minnesota officials are voicing concerns about evidence being preserved amid federal oversight.
Key Facts
- Federal agents shot Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse, during an operation in Minneapolis.
- President Trump stated that a federal investigation is underway, led by Homeland Security Investigations.
- The investigation is a use-of-force review, not a full criminal inquiry.
- Minnesota officials are seeking to ensure evidence is preserved and have obtained a court order to prevent evidence destruction.
- President Trump aligned with Minnesota's governor on next steps and sent Tom Homan to oversee operations.
- Criticism has arisen over federal agents' tactics and evidence handling.
- Pretti's family and acquaintances described him as caring and committed to his work at a Veterans Affairs hospital.
