Trump Administration Faces Backlash Over Immigration Crackdown

Republican lawmakers are criticizing the Trump administration's immigration crackdown in Minneapolis, but are avoiding direct attacks on President Donald Trump. The criticism comes after two US citizens were killed by federal agents during the operation. Some Republicans, including Senators Rand Paul and Lisa Murkowski, have called for more oversight of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and have expressed disappointment in the administration's handling of the situation. However, others, such as Jay Cielinski, a self-described Trump supporter, have defended the immigration enforcement. The Republican response is complicated by the party's dilemma of distancing itself from Trump's controversies while running on his record on immigration and other issues.

US President Donald Trump has announced that his administration will 'de-escalate a little bit' in Minnesota following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal immigration officers. Pretti's death has sparked widespread protests and criticism from lawmakers, with many calling for an investigation into the incident. Trump defended the Minnesota operation, claiming it had taken 'thousands of hardened criminals' out of the state, but said the administration would 'de-escalate' after meeting with local officials. The Department of Homeland Security has pulled the Minnesota mission's leader and replaced him with White House border tsar Tom Homan. Some Republican leaders have called for an investigation into Pretti's death, including Vermont Governor Phil Scott and US Senator Pete Ricketts of Nebraska.

The US is sending Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to the Winter Olympics in Italy, prompting anger and alarm from the Italian government and public. The move comes after ICE agents were involved in a fatal shooting in Minneapolis, sparking widespread protests. Italian officials, including the Mayor of Milan and the Foreign Minister, have expressed concerns about the presence of ICE agents, citing their involvement in controversial policing practices. The US has assured that the ICE agents will be working in a 'strictly supportive' capacity and will not be conducting immigration enforcement operations in Italy.

The article analyzes the recent backlash against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and top Border Patrol official Greg Bovino over the Trump administration's immigration policies, particularly the deportation operation in Minnesota that resulted in the death of ICU nurse Alex Pretti. The author argues that while Noem and Bovino are taking heat, the blame ultimately lies with President Trump, who set the tone for the aggressive enforcement and publicly endorsed the leadership of Noem. The article suggests that Trump's approach to immigration is driven by a desire to appease his base and maintain a strongman image, but that this approach has become a liability due to the extreme and disturbing imagery associated with the deportation operations. The author questions whether a more moderate approach would have been more effective in achieving Trump's goals and notes that the administration's response to the crisis, including the removal of Bovino and the appointment of Tom Homan to oversee deportation operations, may be too little too late.

The article tells the story of Stella Carlson, a woman who recorded a video of the fatal encounter between federal officers and Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse who was shot and killed during a protest in Minneapolis. Carlson's video contradicted the Trump administration's initial claims that Pretti was a wannabe assassin or domestic terrorist. Instead, it showed Pretti trying to help a woman who had been knocked down and not brandishing his gun. The video sparked outrage and put pressure on the administration, leading to the removal of Gregory Bovino, the Border Patrol official leading the surge in Minneapolis. Carlson, who had been involved in grassroots efforts to warn her neighbors of impending federal immigration action, said she was motivated by a sense of bravery and a desire to take risks to ensure justice is served.

Top White House aide Stephen Miller acknowledged a possible breach of protocol before the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by Customs and Border Protection agents in Minneapolis. Miller stated that the White House had provided clear guidance to DHS on the use of extra personnel for conducting fugitive operations. The acknowledgment marks a shift in messaging from the Trump administration, which had initially defended the agents involved. President Donald Trump has since taken a more conciliatory tone, distancing himself from the initial characterization of Pretti as a 'would-be assassin' and 'domestic terrorist' by Miller and DHS Secretary Kristi Noem. Trump has announced plans to 'de-escalate' the situation in Minnesota.

US President Donald Trump has backed down on his administration's aggressive immigration enforcement tactics in Minneapolis after two US citizens were shot dead by federal agents. Trump's border czar, Tom Homan, met with Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to ease tensions and 'recalibrate tactics'. The move is seen as a shift in the administration's approach, with Homan adopting a more targeted approach and potentially scaling back the 3,000-strong force of federal agents deployed to the city. The crisis has sparked renewed anger over the heavily armed federal agents on the streets, with public support for Trump's immigration enforcement tactics waning.

US President Donald Trump has distanced himself from comments made by his advisers regarding the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse, by ICE agents in Minneapolis. Trump described the incident as 'very unfortunate' and stated that Pretti shouldn't have been carrying a gun. The incident has sparked controversy and backlash from Democrats, the public, and some Republican politicians. Two Republican senators have called for the resignation of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.

A preliminary review by U.S. Customs and Border Protection's internal watchdog office found that Alex Pretti was shot by two federal officers after resisting arrest, but did not indicate that he brandished a weapon. The review contradicts earlier claims by Kristi Noem, the homeland security secretary, that Pretti had been 'brandishing' a gun. The incident has sparked controversy, with some calling for greater transparency and a more thorough investigation.

The article discusses Kristi Noem's handling of a shooting in Minneapolis and her role as Homeland Security Secretary under President Trump. Noem faced criticism for her characterization of the victim as a 'domestic terrorist' and her department's handling of the situation. Trump initially distanced himself from Noem, removing the official running the deportation campaign in Minnesota and replacing him with an aide reporting directly to him. However, Noem met with Trump in the Oval Office the same day and her job was deemed safe. The article highlights Noem's controversies, including her handling of grants from FEMA, her department's tactics on immigration, and her propensity for self-promotion. Some Republican senators, including Thom Tillis, have called for her to be fired, while others have expressed frustration with her approach.

Republicans in Congress have shifted their tone on the Trump administration's immigration crackdown following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by a federal agent in Minneapolis. While some Republicans have criticized the administration's actions, others have maintained their support for the president's immigration policy. The shift in tone may be temporary and is not expected to yield immediate action. Republican leaders have signaled openness to negotiating with Democrats on policy changes to avoid a government shutdown.