Pretti, Alex Jeffrey (1988-2026)

Auto Added by WPeMatico

Noem Defends Describing Minneapolis Protesters’ Actions as Domestic Terrorism

Kristi Noem, the homeland security secretary, told senators she got her information from agents on the ground. But the heads of two immigration agencies said last month it did not come from them.

Noem Defends Describing Minneapolis Protesters’ Actions as Domestic Terrorism Read More »

Trump Administration Claims About Shootings by Federal Agents Unravel in Court

Before the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, allegations against four others shot at by federal immigration agents failed to withstand scrutiny.

Trump Administration Claims About Shootings by Federal Agents Unravel in Court Read More »

Justice Dept. Pursues Many Officer Assault Cases in Minnesota as Misdemeanors

It is a pattern that has played out in other cities where the administration has conducted immigration surges and taken a muscular stance against those accused of impeding federal officers.

Justice Dept. Pursues Many Officer Assault Cases in Minnesota as Misdemeanors Read More »

Renee Good’s Brothers Call on Congress to Rein In Immigration Crackdown

At a forum on Capitol Hill held by congressional Democrats, the brothers of the 37-year-old American citizen fatally shot by an ICE agent said immigration enforcement tactics must be dialed back.

Renee Good’s Brothers Call on Congress to Rein In Immigration Crackdown Read More »

Chaos in Minneapolis Exposes an Internet at War With Truth

Technological advances and an erosion of trust have transformed the way news unfolds online, distorting shared reality.

Chaos in Minneapolis Exposes an Internet at War With Truth Read More »

Small Businesses in Minneapolis Serve a City in Crisis. ‘This Is Our New Normal.’

In Minneapolis and St. Paul, business owners work to lift up a community that has been roiled by the presence of thousands of immigration agents.

Small Businesses in Minneapolis Serve a City in Crisis. ‘This Is Our New Normal.’ Read More »

How Alex Pretti’s Death Became a National Tipping Point

Several factors converged to force a remarkable shift in the federal government’s aggressive efforts in Minnesota.

How Alex Pretti’s Death Became a National Tipping Point Read More »

Trump Called for ‘De-Escalation’ in Minneapolis. It Didn’t Last Long.

President Trump has offered dueling messages on the crisis in Minneapolis, part of a pattern of dialing back his rhetoric only to change again if the political winds are shifting.

Trump Called for ‘De-Escalation’ in Minneapolis. It Didn’t Last Long. Read More »

In Minnesota, America’s Federal System Is Coming Apart

The state is in a standoff with the federal government over who has the power to investigate the killing of protesters. It’s not a fair fight.

In Minnesota, America’s Federal System Is Coming Apart Read More »

Police Chiefs Fume at ICE Tactics Across Cities

Many police departments adopted major changes after civilian killings. Now, police chiefs worry ICE is ignoring those lessons and setting back efforts to improve public trust.

Police Chiefs Fume at ICE Tactics Across Cities Read More »