Tim Walz urges Trump to remove agents from Minnesota: ‘You can end this’

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Edward HelmoreJanuary 26, 2026 at 01:24 AM

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Minnesota Governor Tim Walz urged President Trump on Sunday to remove federal agents from the state following the death of Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old ICU nurse who was shot by border patrol officers. Walz questioned Trump's plan and appealed for the withdrawal of agents, advocating for humane and focused immigration control. The plea comes amid skepticism regarding the Trump administration's narrative that Pretti posed a direct threat to agents. Border patrol commander Gregory Bovino stated he would await a federal investigation report, while Walz appealed to the public to oppose the federal government's actions in the wake of the shooting. The incident occurred during an immigration crackdown in Minnesota.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Renee Good 40% Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension 40% ICE 50% United States 60% Gregory Bovino ×260% US border patrol ×270% Alex Pretti ×670% Minnesota ×280% Donald Trump ×380% Tim Walz ×690%

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federal agents 90% tim walz 80% donald trump 70% immigration control 70% alex pretti 70% use of force 60% border patrol 60% minnesota 50% law enforcement 50%