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CBP Agents on Leave After Minneapolis Nurse Shooting

1/29/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Two Customs and Border Protection agents involved in the Minneapolis shooting of ICU nurse Alex Pretti have been placed on administrative leave.
The action follows increased scrutiny of immigration enforcement under U.S. President Donald Trump.
CBP described the leave as standard protocol after such incidents and did not disclose further details about the investigation.
The shooting has raised concerns about federal tactics in Minnesota.

History

Historical Context

The November 15, 2015, shooting of Jamar Clark by Minneapolis police officers Mark Ringgenberg and Dustin Schwarze ignited protests and highlighted systemic racial disparities in law enforcement. The ACLU reported that Black individuals were 3.5 times more likely to be arrested than white individuals in Minnesota, underscoring ongoing debates about police accountability and racial justice that continue to shape public discourse today.

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Story summary

Two Customs and Border Protection agents involved in the Minneapolis shooting of ICU nurse Alex Pretti have been placed on administrative leave.
The action follows increased scrutiny of immigration enforcement under U.S. President Donald Trump.
CBP described the leave as standard protocol after such incidents and did not disclose further details about the investigation.
The shooting has raised concerns about federal tactics in Minnesota.

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