In a recent incident in Minneapolis, the shooting of Alex Pretti by federal agents has sparked controversy and raised questions about the truthfulness of the Trump administration’s narrative. Video evidence reviewed by The Guardian shows that Pretti, a 37-year-old registered nurse, was holding a phone, not a gun, when he was tackled and shot, directly contradicting claims made by senior Trump administration officials.
The Department of Homeland Security released an image of a handgun after the killing, which President Donald Trump referred to as “the gunman’s gun” in a social media post. Kristi Noem, the DHS secretary, stated that Pretti had “approached US border patrol officers with a 9mm semi-automatic handgun,” although she later declined to confirm whether Pretti had actually pulled out the gun.
This incident has raised concerns about the use of excessive force and the accuracy of the information provided by the Trump administration. The New York Times reported that the Trump team has consistently advanced one-sided narratives to justify each of the killings, even when bystander videos show a different reality. The administration’s version of events has been challenged by videos and eyewitness accounts, prompting accusations of misinformation and concerns about a federal investigation that excludes local authorities.
The shooting in Minneapolis has also highlighted broader issues related to immigration enforcement and the role of ICE in the city. RedState reported on the controversy surrounding the alleged creation of a “No ICE Zone” in Minneapolis and the response from city officials. The New York Times further explored how the Trump administration’s ICE crackdown in Minneapolis reflects larger tensions within the United States.
As the investigation into the shooting continues, questions remain about the use of force by federal agents and the accuracy of the information provided by the Trump administration. The conflicting narratives surrounding the incident underscore the importance of transparency and accountability in law enforcement actions.
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References:
– The Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/24/minneapolis-shooting-ice
– The New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/25/us/politics/trump-truth-minneapolis-shootings.html
– RedState: https://redstate.com/nick-arama/2026/01/25/about-that-no-ice-zone-in-minneapolis-n2198498
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