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Federal Ban on Local Officials in Pretti Shooting Probe

1/26/2026

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Klobuchar Critiques Investigation

Federal authorities barred local officials from participating in the Alex Pretti shooting investigation in Minneapolis.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) criticized the federal response as "out of control."
Video evidence shows Alex Pretti holding a phone, not a gun, as he helped others.
A temporary restraining order has been issued to preserve evidence related to the shooting.

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Noem Defends Border Patrol

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem defended Border Patrol officers' actions in the shooting of Alex Pretti, saying they acted in self-defense.
Fox News's Peter Doocy asked whether officers followed protocol, citing video that suggests Pretti was disarmed when shot.
Pretti's family condemned the narrative, calling it sickening lies.
Noem expressed sympathy for the family and urged that the investigation proceed without interference.

History

Historical Context

The 2015 shooting of Jamar Clark by Minneapolis police officers Mark Ringgenberg and Dustin Schwarze ignited protests led by Black Lives Matter, highlighting systemic issues in police accountability. Following Clark's death, which resulted from a struggle during his arrest, the ACLU reported that Black individuals in Minnesota were 3.5 times more likely to be arrested than white individuals, underscoring ongoing racial disparities in law enforcement.

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Klobuchar Critiques Investigation

Federal authorities barred local officials from participating in the Alex Pretti shooting investigation in Minneapolis.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) criticized the federal response as "out of control."
Video evidence shows Alex Pretti holding a phone, not a gun, as he helped others.
A temporary restraining order has been issued to preserve evidence related to the shooting.

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