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Fact-checking FBI Director Patel's claim that guns are barred at protests

Fact-checking FBI Director Patel's claim that guns are barred at protests

Summary

FBI Director Kash Patel stated that people cannot legally bring loaded guns to protests. This comment followed a shooting incident involving a concealed carry permit holder, Alex Pretti, during a protest in Minneapolis. An investigation by the Department of Homeland Security is underway.

Key Facts

  • FBI Director Kash Patel claimed that carrying loaded guns to protests is illegal.
  • Alex Pretti, who had a concealed carry permit, was shot during a protest in Minneapolis.
  • Government officials said Pretti intended to harm law enforcement.
  • Video footage does not show Pretti pointing a gun at agents.
  • Border Patrol agents found a gun and ammunition on Pretti.
  • The Department of Homeland Security is conducting an internal investigation.
  • Gun rights advocates argue that carrying arms is protected by the Second Amendment, even during protests.

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