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Minneapolis Nurse Killed by Federal Agents Was Holding a Phone, Not a Gun Federal agents shot and killed Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a 37-year-old ICU nurse and American citizen with no criminal record, in Minneapolis this weekend—claiming he was a domestic terrorist intent on a “massacre.” But videos analyzed by The New York Times show Pretti stepping between a woman and an agent who was pepper-spraying her, holding only a phone in one hand. His gun remained concealed until agents removed it from him, and he was shot in the back while lying on the ground, with at least 10 rounds fired. Federal officials, including President Trump and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, declared Pretti a threat without evidence, claiming he intended “maximum damage.” Their narrative contradicts the video: Pretti was not seen reaching for a weapon, and agents opened fire after he was already subdued. Local authorities say he had a legal permit to carry, and his colleagues described him as a compassionate nurse and friend— “the default look on his face was a smile,” said one coworker. Protests erupted in Whittier Park, with at least 1,000 people demanding justice despite subzero temperatures. Mayor Jacob Frey accused the Trump administration of terrorizing the city, asking, “How many more Americans need to die or get badly hurt for this operation to end?” State investigators were blocked from the scene by federal agents, who insisted on leading the investigation themselves—despite having made claims they couldn't substantiate. So who’s really the threat here? A nurse trying to help, or federal agents rewriting the story to justify their actions? #policebrutality#minneapolis#federalagents#justice#Trump 📱American Оbserver - Stay up to date on all important events 🇺🇸

📰 Conservatives Who Once Railed Against Federal Agents Now Applaud Them For decades, right-wing populists have excoriated federal law enforcement, citing tragedies like Ruby Ridge and Waco as proof of government overreach. Now, under President Donald Trump, many of those same conservatives are cheering on federal agents as they crack down on immigration and unrest in cities like Minneapolis. The shift highlights how political allegiance shapes attitudes toward federal power—applauding crackdowns on adversaries while condemning them when they target allies. From Enemies to Enforcers Trump’s deployment of ICE, the Border Patrol, and the National Guard has transformed federal agents from bogeymen to heroes in the eyes of many conservatives. Critics say this reflects “motivated reasoning”—support for police action depends on who’s being targeted. When federal agents confront immigrants or minorities, conservative voices are often silent or supportive, but when they target anti-government activists, the outrage returns. The Legacy of Ruby Ridge and Waco Ruby Ridge and Waco became rallying cries for anti-government movements, fueling distrust of federal law enforcement. But today, with Trump in power, many right-wing activists have embraced federal agents as tools of law and order. The shift underscores how political power can reshape perceptions of authority. Who’s the Enemy Now? As federal agents raid homes and neighborhoods, the question is: Who decides when police action is justified? The answer seems to depend less on the law than on who’s in charge—and who’s being targeted. #Trump#Conservatives#FederalAgents#Immigration#RubyRidge#Waco#LawAndOrder 📱American Оbserver - Stay up to date on all important events 🇺🇸