California Asserts Authority To Investigate Federal Agents Nationwide
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Sacramento — California officials this week asserted state authority to investigate federal agents after two fatal shootings in Minnesota, issuing a Jan. 27 bulletin that reaffirmed concurrent jurisdiction and urged timely access to evidence. Gov. Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta said federal actions impeded Minnesota probes and pledged state support for local agencies and potential prosecutions under California law. Democratic legislators called for withholding federal immigration enforcement funding and the state Senate advanced legislation, SB 747, to ease lawsuits against federal agents. Some local prosecutors expressed concern about partisan language. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.
Timeline of Events
- Earlier federal agent-involved shooting death of Renee Good prompted scrutiny.
- Alex Pretti was shot and killed by federal agents, prompting further outcry.
- Minnesota officials reported federal obstruction in accessing evidence, according to state leaders.
- On Jan. 27, Gov. Newsom and AG Bonta issued a bulletin asserting state investigative authority.
- California legislators advanced SB 747 and Democratic lawmakers urged restrictions on federal enforcement funding.
- Articles Published:
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- Left Leaning:
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- Distribution:
- Left 33%, Center 50%, Right 17%
State officials, civil-rights organizations, and potential plaintiffs gained increased legal and political leverage to pursue investigations and litigation regarding alleged misconduct by federal agents.
Federal enforcement agencies faced heightened scrutiny and operational friction, while the families of the deceased continued to endure loss amid disputed investigative access and contested narratives.
Coverage of Story:
From Left
After Minneapolis Shootings, California Moves Forward Bill Allowing Lawsuits Against Federal Agents
Beritaja Democratic UndergroundFrom Center
California Asserts Authority To Investigate Federal Agents Nationwide
KRCR KPBS The Orange County RegisterFrom Right
California law enforcement has authority to investigate federal agents, Bonta says
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