The city of Minneapolis has been shaken after ICU nurse Alex Pretti was fatally shot during a federal immigration enforcement operation, triggering a wave of political confrontation, public protests, and national attention. The incident, which occurred amid heightened tensions surrounding federal immigration policies, has intensified debates about law enforcement authority, civil rights, and the role of federal agents in local communities.
Governor Condemns the Operation
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz responded swiftly to the news, denouncing the operation as a “campaign of organized brutality.” Walz emphasized that the state, rather than federal authorities, would take the lead in investigating the circumstances of Pretti’s death. He called for transparency and accountability, stating that Minnesota residents deserve a full understanding of what occurred during the enforcement action that resulted in the loss of a respected healthcare professional.
