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Agents Who Shot Alex Pretti Put on Leave as White House Reworks Minnesota Immigration Push

Verified video contradicting early official claims has intensified scrutiny of federal tactics.

Overview

  • DHS said two Border Patrol agents who fired on Alex Pretti have been placed on administrative leave.
  • A DHS briefing to Congress confirmed two officers discharged their weapons as bystander video shows Pretti holding a phone and being disarmed moments before shots.
  • President Trump sent Tom Homan to take over from Gregory Bovino, with observers noting a move toward more targeted operations.
  • FBI Director Kash Patel said the bureau is reviewing encrypted Signal groups where residents shared federal agents’ locations.
  • Attorney General Pam Bondi announced 16 arrests for alleged assaults on federal officers, and Trump warned Mayor Jacob Frey over the city's refusal to aid immigration enforcement.