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Outrage and Division Follow Shooting Death of Nurse by ICE Agents

Published January 26, 2026, 07:10
Outrage and Division Follow Shooting Death of Nurse by ICE Agents

A 37-year-old ICU nurse, Alex Pretty, was shot and killed by a federal agent during an operation by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minneapolis, USA, sparking outrage and protests. The incident occurred just weeks after another woman was killed by a border patrol agent and is part of a context of tension surrounding the federal government's policies on illegal immigration. Witnesses and videos suggest that Pretty may not have raised his weapon against the agents before being shot. President Trump stated that the possibility of withdrawing federal agents from the area is being considered, while also blaming Democratic leaders who refuse to comply with the immigration enforcement policy for the deaths. Former President Obama and other politicians have criticized the way the government handled the situation, calling for an independent investigation and reforms in the field of immigration enforcement. The case has caused a strong division and has highlighted the controversial practices of border agents. The situation has led to protests and concern in the local community, with the governor of Minnesota calling for the withdrawal of ICE and Border Patrol agents. The case is expected to have significant political implications and trigger discussions about police violence and immigration policies.