Minneapolis Grapples with Second Federal Agent Shooting This Month
Minneapolis is facing heightened tensions after a 37-year-old man was fatally shot by federal agents on Saturday morning, marking the second such incident this month. Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse, was killed in the shooting, sparking protests and clashes between demonstrators and law enforcement, according to ABC News. The incident follows the January 7 fatal shooting of Renee Good, a 37-year-old mother.
The recent shootings have drawn the attention of President Donald Trump, who, according to ABC News, "wants this fixed, and I'm going to fix it," as stated by Homan. Homan pledged to "draw down" and assured that unprofessional officers would be "dealt with."
The circumstances surrounding Pretti's shooting remain under investigation. The Justice Department has not yet released details about what led to the shooting.
The shootings have ignited a debate over sanctuary cities, with Homan stating that "sanctuary cities are sanctuaries for criminals," according to ABC News. The remarks come amid ongoing discussions about immigration enforcement and the role of local authorities in assisting federal immigration agencies.
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