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Minneapolis Shooting Sparks Outrage, Renewed Gun Rights Debate

1/27/2026

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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem addressed the Minneapolis shooting of Alex Pretti, killed while helping a woman.
Supporters of the Trump administration label critics, including former United States Attorney Bill Essayli, as 'bootlickers'.
Gun rights groups condemned Essayli's remarks about Pretti's legally registered firearm.
Multiple videos show Pretti did not threaten federal agents, contradicting officials' claims.
The incident sparked public outrage and renewed debate over law enforcement's use of force.

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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem addressed the Minneapolis shooting of Alex Pretti, killed while helping a woman.
Supporters of the Trump administration label critics, including former United States Attorney Bill Essayli, as 'bootlickers'.
Gun rights groups condemned Essayli's remarks about Pretti's legally registered firearm.
Multiple videos show Pretti did not threaten federal agents, contradicting officials' claims.
The incident sparked public outrage and renewed debate over law enforcement's use of force.