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Billie Eilish Slams Celebrity Silence on Minnesota Unrest

1/27/2026

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Billie Eilish (the singer) criticized fellow celebrities for remaining silent on unrest in Minnesota after Alex Pretti was fatally shot by a federal agent.
In addition to this call, she has condemned Trump administration's immigration policies and expressed concerns about civil rights and environmental issues.
Finneas O'Connell, Billie Eilish's brother, echoed her sentiments, arguing against justifications for Pretti's death based on firearm possession and noting hypocrisy in conservative gun-rights views.

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Billie Eilish (the singer) criticized fellow celebrities for remaining silent on unrest in Minnesota after Alex Pretti was fatally shot by a federal agent.
In addition to this call, she has condemned Trump administration's immigration policies and expressed concerns about civil rights and environmental issues.
Finneas O'Connell, Billie Eilish's brother, echoed her sentiments, arguing against justifications for Pretti's death based on firearm possession and noting hypocrisy in conservative gun-rights views.