Federal Officers on Leave After Alex Pretti Shooting; DHS Report Released

Federal Officers Placed on Leave

• 🚨 Sources indicate that the two federal officers involved in the shooting death of Alex Pretti have been placed on administrative leave.
• 📄 The Department of Homeland Security has submitted a report to Congress, which includes body camera footage of the incident.

Body Camera Footage and Weapon Claims

• 🔍 While Alex Pretti was legally licensed to carry a firearm, the body camera video does not show him reaching for a weapon.
• 🗣️ This revelation contradicts claims made by some officials in the immediate aftermath of the shooting.

Public Reaction and Protests

• ✊ The release of this information has fueled further protests in Minneapolis, even in cold weather conditions.
• ✊ Demonstrators expressed sadness over Pretti's death while exercising his rights and called for continued street demonstrations against oppression.

Political and Budgetary Developments

• 🏛️ Mayor Jacob Frey stated that Minneapolis will not utilize federal immigration enforcement.
• ⚠️ President Trump warned cities against defying federal law, calling it "playing with fire."
• 💰 Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is urging Republicans to separate the Homeland Security budget from other funding bills to prevent a potential government shutdown.