US EditionSenate Democrats and Republicans call for investigation into killing of Alex Pretti
Senators from both parties demand a full federal and state inquiry into the shooting of Alex Pretti by immigration agents amid accusations of a cover-up and withheld evidence.
- During a targeted federal operation on January 24, 2026, Border Patrol agents fatally shot Alex Pretti, 37, an intensive care unit nurse at a VA hospital, after he approached them with a handgun, DHS said.
- Amid heightened federal operations, DHS described 'Operation Metro Surge' as increasing enforcement in the Twin Cities after the Jan. 7 ICE-involved killing of Renee Good, 17.
- Multiple videos show agents spraying Pretti, pinning him down and disarming him seconds before shots; DHS said he approached with a 9mm and resisted, but footage shows only a phone and Pretti's family disputes claims.
- Protests spread to Minnesota, New York and other locations while Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said Democrats would not back spending including DHS funding as the Minnesota State Guard pulled back, a vehicle perimeter was lifted, and a judge barred evidence destruction.
- State and local officials have called for independent probes, with Bovino stating `The investigation is going to cover all those facts, things like how many shots were fired, where were the weapons located` as faith leaders urged peace on Jan. 25, 2026.
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