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AOC Erupts Over Trump’s Disgusting Characterization Of Slain ICE Victim

Such a blatant injustice

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After another deadly federal operation in Minneapolis, outrage swept across the nation.

37-year-old Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a U.S. citizen and ICU nurse at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was shot and killed by a U.S. Border Patrol officer during an immigration sweep. Pretti spent his life caring for veterans. Family and colleagues called him compassionate and community-minded. They say he was deeply concerned about aggressive federal operations in the city.

Bystander video shows Pretti filming agents and helping a woman who had fallen. Federal officials said he approached officers armed with a 9mm handgun. But footage shows no visible threat. Many say the response was extreme.

White House advisor Stephen Miller labeled Pretti a “domestic terrorist.” President Trump shared a photo of the gun on Truth Social. “This is the gunman’s gun, loaded (with two additional full magazines!), and ready to go – What is that all about?” he wrote.

Trump also questioned why local police were not present. He accused Mayor Jacob Frey and Governor Tim Walz of inciting unrest and defended the federal operation.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez fired back immediately. “Donald Trump [is] accusing a Veteran Affairs ICU nurse (Alex Pretti) as being a terrorist against the United States,” she said.

“A man who was treating service members, dedicating his life to serving Americans. Who in his final act on this earth was helping a woman pushed to the ground. And they are calling him a Domestic Terrorist, in order to defend their gross abuse of power… and precipitate greater conflict.”

AOC called on Senate Democrats to block ICE and DHS funding. She also urged activation of the National Guard. “Americans are being killed in the street by their government,” she posted. “Resist.”

Ilhan Omar described the killing as “an execution by immigration enforcement.” She tweeted: “I am absolutely heartbroken, horrified, and appalled that federal agents murdered another member of our community. It is beyond shameful these federal agents are targeting our residents instead of protecting them.”

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani also weighed in: “ICE terrorizes our cities. ICE puts us all in danger. Abolish ICE.” Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren called the shooting “horrific” and demanded Congress stop the violence.

Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen said Trump and his allies had “blood on their hands.” California Senator Adam Schiff warned the situation was “spiraling out of control.” Minnesota State Senator Omar Fateh called it a “flat out execution” and demanded accountability for “untrained, untamed agents.”

This is the third federal operation in Minneapolis in recent weeks that ended in death. Protests have erupted, and the National Guard is now deployed.

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Terry Lawson

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Terry is an editor and political writer based in Alabama. Over the last five years, he’s worked behind the scenes as a ghostwriter for a range of companies, helping shape voices and tell stories that connect. Now at Political Tribune, he writes sharp political pieces and edits with a close eye on clarity and tone. Terry’s work is driven by strong storytelling, attention to detail, and a clear sense of purpose. He’s skilled in writing, editing, and project management — and always focused on getting the message right. You can find him on X at https://x.com/TerryNotTrump.

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