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Federal Scrutiny Grows Over ICE Shooting Deaths in Minneapolis

2/13/2026

Summary

Story summary

Federal authorities face scrutiny over the shooting deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by immigration agents in Minneapolis.
During a Senate hearing, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison criticized federal agencies for withholding crucial evidence, including the vehicle in Good's shooting.
Acting Director Todd Lyons of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) said investigations into officer misconduct are ongoing.
Republicans blame local policies, while Democrats seek reforms to federal enforcement practices.

History

Historical Context

The Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965, signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson on October 3, abolished discriminatory national origin quotas that had shaped U.S. immigration since the 1920s. This landmark legislation significantly altered the demographic landscape, allowing increased immigration from Asia and Africa. Recent tensions in Minnesota, highlighted by Attorney General Keith Ellison's criticism of federal enforcement, reflect ongoing debates about immigration policy and accountability.

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Story summary

Federal authorities face scrutiny over the shooting deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by immigration agents in Minneapolis.
During a Senate hearing, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison criticized federal agencies for withholding crucial evidence, including the vehicle in Good's shooting.
Acting Director Todd Lyons of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) said investigations into officer misconduct are ongoing.
Republicans blame local policies, while Democrats seek reforms to federal enforcement practices.

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