Minnesotans Unite Against ICE Violence
In a city still reeling from the shock of two fatal shootings, thousands of Minnesotans took to the streets on Sunday to demand justice and an end to the deployment of federal immigration agents in their state. The protests were sparked by the latest incident, which saw a 37-year-old man shot dead by a Border Patrol agent after a scuffle.Protests Erupt After Second Fatal Shooting
The shooting of Alex Pretti on Saturday morning was the second fatal incident involving federal immigration agents in Minneapolis this month. The first, which occurred on January 7, also resulted in a fatality. Both incidents have been captured on video, with bystanders capturing footage of the scuffles and shootings. The videos show Pretti being shot multiple times by a Border Patrol agent after he 'violently resisted' as officers tried to disarm him.
Governor Tim Walz Speaks Out Against ICE Deployment
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz expressed his dismay at the characterization of the shooting, stating that he had seen the videos from multiple angles and found them 'sickening'. He also took aim at President Trump's ongoing deployment of ICE agents to the state, asking what the plan was for getting these federal agents out of Minnesota. 'So now we've got two Minnesotans dead,' Walz said. 'My question is, what's the plan, Donald Trump? What do we need to do to get these federal agents out of our state?'
Thousands March Through Minneapolis Demanding Justice
The protests on Sunday saw thousands of people marching through the streets of Minneapolis, waving signs and chanting slogans. The crowd was peaceful but determined, with many calling for an end to the deployment of federal immigration agents in their state. 'Shut it down,' they chanted, as they made their way through the city.
The protests in Minneapolis are a stark reminder of the deep-seated tensions between law enforcement and immigrant communities in the United States. As the debate over immigration policy continues to rage on, one thing is clear: Minnesotans will not stand idly by while their state becomes a battleground for federal agents and immigrants alike.
