Summary
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem issued misleading information stating that immigration agents shot a protestor intending to "massacre" them, based on guidance from Stephen Miller, a top adviser to President Trump. The situation led to confusion and changes in the government's handling of operations in Minnesota.
Key Facts
- Kristi Noem released a statement claiming a protestor intended to "massacre" agents.
- Stephen Miller, a senior adviser to President Trump, influenced this message.
- The protestor, Alex Pretti, was shot by immigration officers in Minnesota.
- Initial statements suggested Pretti was an "assassin" and "brandishing" a weapon, but videos later contradicted these claims.
- Some White House officials disagreed with Noem's statement, leading to frustration.
- President Trump decided to adjust Minnesota operations after seeing video evidence.
- Trump dispatched border czar Tom Homan to oversee the situation further.
- Noem emphasized that her actions were directed by Miller and the president.
