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"First, views of the Pretti murder aren’t distorted by misogyny and anti-LGBTQ bigotry. I believe that a significant number of people brushed aside the murder of Renee Good because she was a woman — at a time when right-wingers are still dismissing opponents of fascism as 'gangs of wine moms' — in a same-sex relationship."
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #murder #execution #violence #fascism #Trump #Minnesota #evil #misogyny #homophobia
/9
"Second, while the video evidence on Good’s killing was clear if examined closely, it did need close examination to reveal that she was simply murdered. The videos of Pretti’s killing don’t need close examination. That sound you heard Saturday was millions of Americans, myself included, crying out in horror as we watched agents repeatedly shoot a man who was already restrained."
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #murder #execution #violence #fascism #Trump #Minnesota #evil
/10
"And the contrast between the damning videos and the blatant lies from Kristi Noem, Stephen Miller and Gregory Bovino was too much even for many people who were still, for some reason, inclined to trust this administration. ...
Finally, it matters that this was the second broad-daylight murder, and that it came after weeks of horror stories about kidnapped children, citizens pepper-sprayed in the face, and more."
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #murder #execution #violence #Trump #Minnesota #evil
/11
"I already knew, and most readers of this newsletter probably also knew, that the people besieging Minneapolis were lying, brutal thugs. But most Americans don’t follow the news closely and tended until recently to give the government the benefit of the doubt.
The murder of Alex Pretti may be a tipping point...."
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #murder #execution #violence #Trump #Minnesota #evil
/12
"He dropped out of the race, AND out of being a Republican entirely, saying that even though he had been on board with the deportations and making words about FRAUD, he could no longer support the national GOP’s 'stated retribution on the citizens of our state, nor can I count myself a member of a party that would do so.'”
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #Trump #murder #execution #Minnesota #Republicans #ChrisMadel
/18
"Chris Madel, the hopeful Republican candidate for governor who until Monday was polling at the top among Republicans."
~ Marcie Jones
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #Trump #murder #execution #Minnesota #Republicans #ChrisMadel
/17
wonkette.com/p/is-trump-about-…
Is Trump About To TACO On His Minnesota Invasion?
Sounds like could be, here's hoping!Marcie Jones (Wonkette)
"Our researchers have been watching Fox, and even they are struggling to defend what took place, with some of their hosts openly showing their disdain for the regime’s narrative."
The insurmountable challenge for them as they lie: there are multiple videos. And they know we all can see them if we wish, and they flatly contradict the lies we're being told.
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #Trump #murder #execution #Minnesota #Republicans
/16
"Even many of the regime’s staunchest defenders know that what transpired over the weekend was unforgivable, and the way the regime handled the situation made things even worse. To give you a sense of what I’m referring to, even Texas Governor Greg Abbott said earlier that ICE needs to 'recalibrate' its mission after this weekend’s shooting."
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #Trump #murder #execution #Minnesota #Republicans
/15
"Things have gotten very ugly for Donald Trump over the past 24 hours. This weekend was a breaking point for so many Americans after yet another American was murdered by the Trump regime. His name was Alex Pretti. They killed him in cold blood. Then they lied about it. Over. And over. And over again."
~ Ben Meiselas
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #Trump #murder #execution #Minnesota #Republicans
/14
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Monday Afternoon News Updates as Fallout Grows over Trump Regime's Latest Murder — 1/26/26
Trump is now scrambling for an off-ramp...Ben Meiselas (Meidas+)
"The way I describe it is that Republicans are becoming wary of defending the indefensible. This is another moment in that evolution. And so, you know, what we've seen… the stories are all about ways to mitigate the damage."
~ Simon Rosenberg
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #Trump #murder #execution #Minnesota #Republicans
/13
"Republican Chris Madel made a stunning exit from the Minnesota governor’s race on Jan. 26, saying he cannot support the national GOP’s
'stated retribution on the citizens of our state, nor can I count myself a member of a party that would do so.'”
~ Ryan Faircloth
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #Trump #murder #execution #Minnesota #Republicans
/12
"The NRA and pro-gun groups are joining the chorus calling for a full investigation of the killing of Alex Pretti—a stance that is at odds with the administration’s 'blame Alex Pretti for his own execution' narrative."
~ Robert B. Hubbell
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #Trump #murder #execution #Minnesota #Republicans #NRA #guns
/11
"In response, the NRA posted: 'This sentiment … is dangerous and wrong. Responsible public voices should be awaiting a full investigation, not making generalizations and demonizing law-abiding citizens.'
Gun Owners of America, a non-profit lobbying organization, also criticized that claim from Essayli – who is now an acting first assistant US attorney for California’s central federal district court."
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #Trump #murder #execution #Minnesota #Republicans #NRA #guns
/10
"The NRA waded into the national dialogue over Pretti’s killing after Bill Essayli – who was appointed by Trump to temporarily serve as a US attorney in California in 2025 – posted on social media: 'If you approach law enforcement with a gun, there is a high likelihood they will be legally justified in shooting you.'”
~ Michael Sainato
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #Trump #murder #execution #Minnesota #Republicans #NRA #guns
/9
theguardian.com/us-news/2026/j…
NRA and pro-gun groups call for ‘full investigation’ into killing of Alex Pretti
Groups typically aligned with Trump call for investigation as NRA wades into the national dialogueMichael Sainato (The Guardian)
Plenty of Republicans are deeply uncomfortable about what happened on Saturday, and not just the awful incident itself but the administration’s immediate reaction.
~ Jack Blanchard and Dasha Burns
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #Trump #murder #execution #Minnesota #Republicans
/8
"Those same sources told Fox there is no indication he meant to kill agents and believe the shooting will likely be deemed a 'bad shoot' driven by split-second decisions in a chaotic moment. Several described DHS’s messaging as a disaster for crisis management that has worsened the situation, eroded trust, and cost the agency support, even as they continue to back the administration’s broader immigration agenda."
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #Trump #murder #execution #Minnesota #Republicans
/7
"Multiple federal immigration enforcement sources, including senior officials, told Fox News that DHS has damaged its credibility and internal morale by publicly exaggerating claims that Alex Pretti intended a 'massacre,' despite video evidence showing he never drew his weapon."
~ Aaron Parnas
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #Trump #murder #execution #Minnesota #Republicans
/6
"Fox’s Bill Melugin, one of the administration’s favorite reporters, wrote, 'I’m told there is extreme frustration with DHS officials going on TV and putting out statements claiming that Alex Pretti was intending to conduct a "massacre" of federal agents or wanted to carry out "maximum damage," even after numerous videos appeared to show those claims were inaccurate.'”
~ Bulwark
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #Trump #murder #execution #Minnesota #Republicans
/5
thebulwark.com/p/honor-pretti-…
Honor Pretti and Good. End the Occupation.
Now is the time to think big and be bold.William Kristol (The Bulwark)
"Calls for an investigation have come from across the political spectrum after video analysis showed officers had removed a handgun from Pretti that he was reportedly permitted to carry – and which he was not handling – before fatally shooting him on Saturday. Trump officials, meanwhile, are continuing to lie about what happened."
~ Nicola Slawson
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #Trump #murder #execution #Minnesota #Republicans
/4
theguardian.com/us-news/2026/j…
First Thing: Obamas call Alex Pretti’s killing a ‘tragedy’ as pressure mounts for full investigation
Barack and Michelle Obama say killing should be ‘wake-up call’ and accuse federal agents of not operating in lawful way. Plus, meet the OB-GYNs fighting Trump’s ‘guerrilla war on science’Nicola Slawson (The Guardian)
":The DC insider press is full of stories this morning about Congressional Republicans frustrated/worried/panicky about the incredible mess their madman-in-chief has made of things."
~ Simon Rosenberg
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #Trump #murder #execution #Minnesota #Republicans
/3
hopiumchronicles.com/p/the-sen…
"The Senate and the White House are suddenly in the middle of the most serious political crisis of.....Trump’s second term"
Everyone needs to be calling Congress today - they need to hear from us. Loud and proud!Simon Rosenberg (Hopium Chronicles By Simon Rosenberg)
"Today the editorial boards of both Rupert Murdoch’s Wall Street Journal and his New York Post urged the administration to pause its ICE operations in Minneapolis after the killing of Alex Pretti."
~ Heather Cox Richardson
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #Trump #murder #execution #Minnesota #Republicans
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heathercoxrichardson.substack.…
January 25, 2026
As the nation mourned the killing of VA ICU nurse Alex Pretti yesterday at the hands of federal officials in Minneapolis, President Donald J.Heather Cox Richardson (Letters from an American)
"Donald Trump is reportedly 'furious' with the way the Department of Homeland Security has handled the events in Minnesota over the past several weeks. He is not upset with the immigration enforcement activities. Rather, he is upset that Americans are seeing them."
~ Aaron Parnas
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #Trump #murder #execution #Minnesota #Republicans
/1
"This is about good vs. evil."
~ Will Bunch
#ReneeGood #AlexPretti #murder #execution #violence #fascism #Trump #Minnesota #evil
/1
inquirer.com/opinion/minneapol…
Alex Pretti’s ICE murder is beyond politics. This is about good vs. evil
Trump's inhumane immigration raids and two ICE murders has triggered an American yearning for a return to morality.Will Bunch (The Philadelphia Inquirer)
"The Minnesota National Guard is being deployed to protect United States citizens from the federal government."
~ Mary Trump
#Trump #ReneeGood #AlexPretti #murder #execution #ICE #DHS #CBP #Minnesota #NationalGuard
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marytrump.org/p/he-was-a-good-…
“He Was a Good Man”
The federal government murders another American citizenMary L Trump (The Good in Us by Mary L. Trump)
Video from Sunday morning shows people in #BCA jackets at the scene. One person asked those standing nearby to leave the area for about 20 mins so investigators could document the scene.
The BCA & the #HennepinCounty Sheriff’s Office are both suing the #Trump admin after the #shooting. Early Sunday, a federal judge in #Minnesota granted a temporary restraining order [#TRO] blocking federal agencies from destroying or altering #evidence related to #AlexPretti’s killing.
“They even got a #state search #warrant for a public area to conduct their investigation, but they were not allowed in,” O’Hara said.
The scene has since become “contaminated,” O’Hara said, adding the situation is “not ideal” for investigators.
#BCA Superintendent Drew Evans said Saturday that state & #local #police were unable to secure the scene & it was overrun by protesters, preventing the BCA from conducting its own investigation.
#law #AlexPretti #murder #CoverUp #Trump
Bureau of Criminal Apprehension arrives at #shooting scene after being turned away
More than 24 hours after a #CBP agent shot & killed #AlexPretti, personnel from #MNBCA have arrived at the scene.
#BCA staff are “canvassing & looking to collect whatever evidence may be there,” #Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara said Sunday.
O’Hara said he requested the BCA to investigate immediately after the shooting, but “they were refused entry” by #federal agents.
This fucker’s priorities are revolting…
#Trump lashes out at #ballroom lawsuit as top officials defend #Minneapolis #shooting
A phalanx of top Trump admin officials assembled across Sunday morning news shows to defend the #shooting of #AlexPretti, a US citizen in #Minneapolis by a federal #immigration agent. Trump’s attention, it appears, was elsewhere.
Trump launched a 448-word missive on social media lambasting a lawsuit launched at his sprawling ballroom addition.
"The sickening lies told about our son by the administration are reprehensible and disgusting. Alex is clearly not holding a gun when attacked by Trump's murdering and cowardly ICE thugs. He had his phone in his right hand and his empty left hand is raised above his head while trying to protect the woman ICE just pushed down, all while being pepper sprayed."
~ Michael and Susan Pretti
#AlexPretti #Trump #DHS #murder #execution #lies #truth #fascism #Minneapolis
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aaronparnas.substack.com/p/maj…
Major Update: Pam Bondi Demands Voter Rolls in Exchange for Removing ICE as Alex Pretti's Family Blasts Trump Administration
We have a major update this evening, and well, surging ICE agents to places like Minnesota may not have been able immigration enforcement after all.Aaron Parnas (The Parnas Perspective)
I try not to discuss politics too often. I have filters to block it from my feed on Mastodon. But, murder is not politics and I cannot look away from this.
I have watched multiple angles of today's ICE murder in Minneapolis. I can't believe they are just murdering people in the streets for filming them. What this regime is doing is no different from what Iran is doing to their protestors.
They have already called the victim a domestic terrorist. He was standing there filming with his phone.
They walked up to him, shoved him, sprayed him with pepper spray, and then six agents beat him.
They claim he had weapon. Lets pretend ICE is being honest (even though the image of the weapon they posted was fake) about the weapon. Having a weapon is not illegal and it is not a terrorist act. If he pulled the weapon while he was being beaten by the six ICE agents, it would obviously be self defense.
What they did to that man is murder.
ICE are the terrorists. They are acting like the Gestapo.
The entire reason ICE exists is to investigate people who are in the US undocumented, which is not a crime. It is inhumane to give them weapons. It is inhumane to put people in concentration camps. It is inhumane to detain people without medical care.
I have resisted the urge to call this regime what it actually is up to this point. They are openly and proudly Nazis. It should not be taboo any longer to call them what they are.
“Nothing discloses real character like the use of power." -Robert G. Ingersoll
#ICE #ICEOut #Murder #Minneapolis #Minnesota
“This #ICE situation is a nightmare for the Senate.🚨Cannot see a scenario in which Senate Dems can vote for this 6-bill pkg which incls #DHS funding. Govt shuts down Fri. First Senate procedural vote likely not until Wed, giving them limited room to maneuver. House on recess. Any changes to the bill would require the HSE. #Shutdown a real poss at this pt.”
-J Sherman
GOP Senators must be rebuked for their allegiance to Trump & his ICE killing machine. Shut it down!
#Nightmare⬇️#Murder #USPol
"I don’t have all the details yet but it appears that Trump’s goons have murdered another American in Minneapolis.
This is the third shooting involving federal agents in the city this month, including the murder of Renee Good, 37, on Jan. 7.
The person who was killed is believed to be a 37-year-old man, an American citizen who lived in Minneapolis."
#Minneapolis #Trump #ICE #DHS #MaskedThugs #murder
/12
robertreich.substack.com/p/ano…
Another murder in Minneapolis
Trump's domestic army continues its rampage. We must fight back.Robert Reich
"The old, wretched status quo is thrashing violently as it dies.
It’s time we grab a pillow and suffocate it to death.
Minneapolis is suffering one wave after another of brutal attacks. Children kidnapped. People beaten. Two murders that we have now witnessed with our own eyes."
~ Jared Yates Sexton
#Minneapolis #Trump #ICE #DHS #MaskedThugs #murder
/13
jaredyatessexton.substack.com/…
Shut It Down
It's time to stop participating in this awful system and bring it to its kneesJared Yates Sexton (Dispatches From A Collapsing State | Jared Yates Sexton)
"What’s more, video evidence appears to show that ICE agents had already confiscated Pretti’s firearm in a scuffle before shooting him multiple times. …
The goal is submission and the strategy to achieve that goal is escalation. Miller, Homan and the leaders of ICE and CBP believe that they’ll come out on top at every step up the ICE/CPB escalation ladder."
#Minneapolis #Trump #ICE #DHS #MaskedThugs #AlexPretti #murder
/34
"The man fatally shot by federal officers has been identified as Alex Jeffrey Pretti, according to sources familiar with the investigation who spoke with the Minnesota Star Tribune. Pretti was 37 years old and had an address listed in south Minneapolis."
~ Aaron Parnas
#Minneapolis #Trump #ICE #DHS #MaskedThugs #murder
/14
"They’re communicating this to the protestors and activists and the communities in which they’re operating: the more you resist us, the worse it will be for you and eventually you’ll have to back down. …
They believe public resisters will eventually have to knuckle under. So they’re happy to keep escalating. Because they have more and bigger guns and eventually those who oppose them will have to give in."
#Minneapolis #Trump #ICE #DHS #MaskedThugs #AlexPretti #murder
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"At a news conference, Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara confirmed the victim’s identity and said Pretti had no serious criminal history. O’Hara stated that law enforcement records showed only minor infractions, including parking tickets. Law enforcement sources reiterated Saturday that Pretti had no known violent or serious criminal background."
#Minneapolis #Trump #ICE #DHS #MaskedThugs #murder
/15
"Remember dont bring a gun to a protest, unless its an illegal fire arm and you cross state lines and your name is Kyle. Then totally bring a gun, so we can call you a hero. 😒"
#Minneapolis #Trump #ICE #DHS #MaskedThugs #AlexPretti #murder #KyleRittenhouse
/36
"On January 24, 2026, 37-year-old U.S. citizen Alex Pretti was repeatedly and fatally shot by United States Border Patrol agents in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States."
~ Wikipedia
#Minneapolis #Trump #ICE #DHS #MaskedThugs #murder #AlexPretti
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