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Protests Erupt Over Nurse's Fatal Shooting by Federal Agents

1/27/2026

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In Minneapolis, protests erupted after the fatal shooting of nurse Alex Pretti by federal agents.
Critics say Alex Pretti was shot after being disarmed, contradicting officials’ self-defense claims.
Amanda Marcotte of Salon critiques the far-right’s portrayal of religious freedom, linking it to ICE violence.
David French warns that the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is creating a lawless environment and eroding accountability, reflecting divisions over immigration enforcement and civil rights.

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In Minneapolis, protests erupted after the fatal shooting of nurse Alex Pretti by federal agents.
Critics say Alex Pretti was shot after being disarmed, contradicting officials’ self-defense claims.
Amanda Marcotte of Salon critiques the far-right’s portrayal of religious freedom, linking it to ICE violence.
David French warns that the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is creating a lawless environment and eroding accountability, reflecting divisions over immigration enforcement and civil rights.