US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters on Minneapolis shooting. (Rapid Response 47/X)
World
N
News1827-01-2026, 23:40

Trump on Second Minnesota Shooting: "Very Sad Situation," Condemns Guns

  • US President Donald Trump commented on the fatal shooting of ICU nurse Alex Pretti by ICE agents in Minnesota, calling it a "very sad situation."
  • Pretti's death marks the second fatal shooting involving federal officers in Minnesota within a month, following Renée Good's death.
  • Trump emphasized that "you can't walk in with guns" while promising a thorough investigation into the incident.
  • The shooting has intensified protests in Minneapolis, a focal point for Trump's increased immigration enforcement, with federal agents deployed.
  • Trump defended DHS Secretary Kristi Noem's performance and criticized Democrats on border security, while a border czar is set to meet with Governor Tim Walz and Mayor Jacob Frey.

Why It Matters: Trump addresses the second Minnesota shooting, expressing sadness, condemning guns, and defending his administration's border policies.

More like this

Loading more articles...