Summary
President Donald Trump announced that his administration intends to reduce federal activities in Minnesota following the death of Alex Pretti, who was shot by federal agents. This incident led to protests and criticism, prompting the Department of Homeland Security to make leadership changes in the area. Trump stated the move aims to address safety concerns and manage federal presence more effectively.
Key Facts
- President Trump aims to "de-escalate" federal activities in Minnesota after Alex Pretti was shot by federal agents.
- Alex Pretti's death, along with Renee Good's earlier shooting, led to public protests and criticism.
- The Department of Homeland Security removed Gregory Bovino as the leader of the Minnesota mission and appointed Tom Homan to take over.
- Trump said Pretti's death was "unfortunate" and mentioned that Pretti should not have been carrying a gun.
- Homeland Security stated Pretti was shot for brandishing a gun, but local authorities said his gun was legally registered.
- Some eyewitnesses and officials claim Pretti was unarmed at the time, holding a phone instead.
- There are calls for federal immigration agents to be withdrawn from Minnesota.
- Some Republican lawmakers are demanding an investigation into Pretti's death; a federal judge has blocked DHS from altering evidence.
