Shootings Prompt ICE Scrutiny, Protests, Enforcement Guidance Change
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Minneapolis: Federal immigration officers shot and killed two residents this month, prompting protests and policy responses. On Jan. 24, Border Patrol officers fatally shot Alex Jeffrey Pretti during an enforcement action; activists noted an earlier fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good. This week ICE issued internal guidance asking Minnesota officers to avoid engaging "agitators" and limit arrests to people with criminal charges or convictions. Elected officials and demonstrators in multiple cities called to end cooperation with ICE and to withhold DHS funding. Protests occurred in West Allis, Detroit, Austin and Washington, D.C. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. Earlier month: Renee Nicole Good was fatally shot during an immigration enforcement action in Minneapolis.
- 2. 2. Jan. 24: Border Patrol agent shot and killed Alex Jeffrey Pretti during an enforcement operation.
- 3. 3. Jan. 25: Protests and demonstrations occurred in West Allis and other cities demanding accountability.
- 4. 4. This week: Reuters-reviewed ICE documents show internal guidance limiting Minnesota arrests to those with criminal charges.
- 5. 5. Following events: Elected officials and activists called to end local cooperation with ICE and to reconsider DHS funding.
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