Federal officers in Minneapolis to get body cameras 'effective immediately'
Summary
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is giving body cameras to federal officers in Minneapolis right away. This decision follows the deaths of two U.S. citizens, which have led to increased scrutiny of federal agents in the area. The government plans to expand the use of body cameras across the nation once more funding is available.Key Facts
- Federal officers in Minneapolis will start using body cameras immediately, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
- The move comes after public criticism over the deaths of two people in the area, Alex Pretti and Renee Good.
- Pretti's death was ruled a homicide by the medical examiner, meaning he was killed by another person.
- Pretti died from multiple gunshot wounds.
- Two federal agents involved in Pretti's death are on leave, and a civil rights investigation is underway by the Department of Justice.
- DHS Secretary Kristi Noem announced the body camera initiative and plans for nationwide expansion.
- The U.S. government is partially shut down because of disagreements on immigration reforms, including the use of body cameras.
- The Trump administration replaced the border patrol chief in Minneapolis with Tom Homan to address local concerns.
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