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Judge to Hear Minnesota's Lawsuit on Border Shooting

1/27/2026

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  • A federal judge will hear arguments on January 26 in Minnesota's lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security.
  • The suit follows the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by a Border Patrol officer, heightening scrutiny of immigration enforcement.
  • Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison argues the crackdown is unconstitutional, while officials say Pretti posed a threat.
  • Video shows he was unarmed and protecting a woman, while protests demand withdrawal of federal agents.