U.S. President Donald Trump has labeled Alex Pretti, a nurse who was killed by immigration officers in Minneapolis, as an “agitator” after a video surfaced showing him in a confrontation with ICE agents. The incident, which occurred 11 days before Pretti’s death, has sparked controversy and debate.
The video, recorded by witnesses, captures Pretti involved in a scuffle with ICE officers during a protest against the Trump administration’s anti-immigration operations in Minneapolis. The footage shows Pretti kicking the rear light of a government vehicle and engaging in a heated exchange with the agents. Despite the presence of what appeared to be a firearm on Pretti, the video does not show him attempting to use it.
Trump took to Truth Social to express his views, describing Pretti as a “possible insurgent” and criticizing his actions as a display of “madness and lack of control.” The president praised the ICE agent’s composed demeanor during the altercation and reiterated his campaign slogan, “Make America Great Again.”
The death of Pretti has intensified tensions in Minneapolis, leading to protests and legal actions against the federal government. The incident has also prompted calls from local leaders for the removal of ICE from the city. In response, the Trump administration is reportedly considering reducing the presence of federal agents in the area.
The Minneapolis operation, part of a larger initiative called “Operation Metro Surge,” has faced criticism following the deaths of Pretti and another individual, Renee Nicole Good. The actions of federal agents have been scrutinized, with video evidence challenging official narratives. The situation has led to significant public outcry and demands for policy changes.
Fonte:https://g1.globo.com/mundo/noticia/2026/01/30/trump-enfermeiro-morto-minneapolis.ghtml
