U.S. President Donald Trump called the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis “very unfortunate” while stressing that Pretti “should not have been carrying a gun,” even though he was legally armed at the protest. Trump’s remarks mark a shift from earlier administration language labeling Pretti a threat, and come amid growing backlash from gun rights groups and both parties. He also indicated a slight de-escalation of federal presence in Minneapolis and stressed the need for an honest review of the incident.

Trump’s comments have put him at odds with some Republican allies who defend the operation, sparking intra-party tensions over immigration enforcement and Second Amendment rights. Critics argue the president’s warning about carrying a firearm at protests contradicts traditional GOP support for gun rights, even as the White House navigates fierce national debate over federal tactics and accountability.

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