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Alex Pretti, 37, was fatally shot by federal agents in Minneapolis on January 22, 2026. The shooting has sparked outrage and protests across the United States. Pretti's family claims that Trump officials are lying about the circumstances surrounding his death.
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Democratic Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost of Florida was the victim of an alleged hate crime. Frost, who was attending the event, shared the disturbing experience on his social media account. The Park City Police Department confirmed that an incident report had been filed and that a suspect had been apprehended.
Alex Pretti, a U.S. citizen, was shot and killed by federal agents in Minneapolis on January 23. The shooting was initially reported as an act of self-defense, but witnesses' sworn testimonies contradict this account. Two witnesses claim Pretti did not brandish a weapon when he approached federal agents. Instead, they testified that Pretti was trying to help a woman who had been shoved to the ground.
Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer announced his party will block a funding package next week unless $64.4bn for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is removed. The announcement comes after anger toward DHS, which oversees Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), intensified following the fatal shooting of a US citizen, Alex Pretti, in Minneapolis on Saturday morning. New video evidence shows Pretti holding a phone when he was tackled and shot by federal agents.
Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old registered nurse, was fatally shot by federal agents in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Saturday, January 23, 2026. The news of Pretti's death sparked a wave of protests in cities across the US. The demonstrations were reminiscent of those that had taken place the previous day, when Minneapolis residents had gathered to protest against US Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
The United States Women's National Team (USWNT) defeated Paraguay 6-0 in their opening game of the 2026 SheBelieves Cup. Two goals from Ally Sentnor, alongside a goal from debutante Trinity Rodman, highlighted an impressive second-half display.
Federal agents shot and killed a 37-year-old nurse in Minneapolis on Saturday. The incident took place near the I-35W Bridge, a site of significant protests last summer. It is the second fatal shooting of a US citizen in the city within a week.
A 37-year-old man was shot and killed by federal agents in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The man, identified as Alex Pretti, was a nurse. Democratic politicians have expressed outrage over the incident.
Alex Pretti, 37, was shot and killed by federal agents in Minneapolis. Pretti worked in the intensive care unit at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. NBA game between the Golden State Warriors and Minnesota Timberwolves was postponed.
A video has surfaced showing the moments before the fatal shooting of a man by federal agents in Minneapolis on Saturday. The identity of the deceased is believed to be a 37-year-old American citizen. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for transparency and accountability.
Federal agents shot and killed a 37-year-old man in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Saturday. The circumstances surrounding the man's death are still unclear. The shooting comes just over two weeks after another US citizen, 20, was killed by federal agents during a raid.
Federal law enforcement officers in Minneapolis shot and killed a 37-year-old man during an operation targeting an individual wanted for assault. The incident, which occurred on January 24, 2026, was captured on eyewitness video. The FBI and U.S. Customs and Border Protection are leading the investigation into the shooting.
A massive winter storm caused chaos across the US. The Pittsburgh Steelers announced Mike McCarthy as their new head coach. A Guardian commentator said that Donald Trump's policies have left Australia "marooned
Minneapolis mayor condemns federal agents' shooting of a man. President Trump defends UK troops' actions in Afghanistan.
San Francisco jury's decision to find Antoine Watson guilty of manslaughter instead of murder in the death of 84-year-old Vicha Ratanapakdee has sparked renewed controversy and unease among the city's residents. In Saint Paul, the newly installed mayor, Kaohly Her, is grappling with the ongoing impact of federal immigration raids.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has called for President Donald Trump's administration to halt their aggressive federal immigration enforcement operations in Minneapolis. The latest shooting occurred on the morning of January 24, 2026, when federal agents attempted to detain an undocumented immigrant at a residence in the city. The ensuing altercation resulted in gunfire, leaving one person injured.
Minneapolis officials confirmed reports of a shooting involving federal law enforcement officers on Saturday morning. The incident comes less than three weeks after the death of Renee Good, an American citizen, who was shot and killed by a federal immigration officer. The Star Tribune reported that no one was killed in the incident.
16 states and the District of Columbia have declared states of emergency. Parts of Oklahoma, Iowa, Tennessee, Kansas, and Missouri have reported snowfall.
Donald Trump threatened Canada with a 100% tariff if the country pursued a trade deal with China. In Minneapolis, ICE raids left children struggling to cope with the daily terror of separation from their families.
Mikaela Shiffrin claimed her long-awaited return to the giant slalom podium on Saturday, January 22, at a World Cup event in Jasna, Slovakia. Defending Olympic champion Sara Hector clinched the victory in the race, holding on to her opening run lead for her first win since January 2025. The US ski team continued its dominant streak in the event, with teammates River Heldt Moltzan and Paula Moltzen securing second and fifth places,
A gas explosion tore through a high-rise apartment building in the Bronx, killing one person and injuring 14 others. In Detroit, a car crashed through the entrance of the Wayne county airport, striking a ticket counter and injuring six people. The cause of the gas explosion is under investigation, but officials believe a leak may have caused the explosion.
Canadian Olympic snowboarder, Ryan Wedding, was arrested on drug charges in California. Five-year-old boy, Liam Ramos, was taken by ICE agents in Minnesota. Health groups sued the EPA over its approval of a harmful pesticide.
The Justice Department under the Trump administration missed the deadline to release the full Epstein investigative files, despite promises made during the campaign. Legal experts say there are still options to pressure the DoJ into releasing the files.
Donald Trump's attempts to influence the US Federal Reserve have led to a criminal investigation. The president's tactics have escalated to the point of a potential criminal inquiry. The battle for the independence of the Federal Reserve extends beyond the White House. The justice department's cuts to programs fighting child sex trafficking are also causing problems.