Some Border Patrol agents in Alex Pretti shooting had body cams, officials confirm
White House Says It Does Not Want Violence on U.S. Streets Following Minneapolis Shooting
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Monday delivered prepared remarks addressing the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal agents in Minneapolis.
“Nobody in the White House, including President Trump, wants to see people hurt or killed on America’s streets,” Leavitt said during a press briefing. “This includes Renee Good, Alex Pretti, the courageous men and women of federal law enforcement, and the many Americans who have been victimized by crimes committed by illegal alien criminals.”
Leavitt confirmed that Homeland Security Investigations and the FBI are leading the investigation into Saturday’s shooting, while U.S. Customs and Border Protection is conducting an internal review of the incident.
She also said President Trump spoke by phone Monday morning with Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. Walz later stated that the president agreed to consider reducing federal immigration enforcement forces in the state. Leavitt said the president has “outlined a clear and simple path to restoring law and order in Minnesota.”
According to Leavitt, Mr. Trump is requesting that Walz, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and other Democratic leaders transfer all incarcerated “criminal illegal aliens” in state and local jails to federal authorities, along with any individuals with active warrants or known criminal histories, for immediate deportation.
The president is also asking Minnesota state and local law enforcement agencies to turn over any “illegal aliens” arrested by local police and to assist federal authorities in locating and apprehending those wanted for crimes, Leavitt said.
Officials: Some Border Patrol Agents Had Body Cameras
At 12:38 p.m., two U.S. officials told CBS News that some of the Border Patrol agents involved in the fatal shooting were wearing body cameras at the time of the incident.
Memorial for Alex Pretti Continues to Grow
By late morning, a memorial at the corner of 26th Street and Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis continued to expand as residents stopped to honor Alex Pretti’s life.
The site where Pretti was fatally shot has become a gathering place for the community — a space for mourning, reflection, and collective support, as well as a place where people are asking what comes next.
A vigil was held Sunday for Pretti, who was killed during an immigration enforcement operation. Protesters gathered at the scene on January 25, 2026, as shown in photographs by Arthur Maiorella/Anadolu via Getty Images.
Police remained present at the location, and barriers were set up to keep the memorial from spilling into the street. Despite this, the number of flowers, signs, candles, and personal mementos continued to grow.
A WCCO crew observed people arriving throughout the morning to leave tributes. Many paused for moments of silence or prayer. Some mourners wept openly, grieving the loss of someone they had never personally met.
Community members described the emotional toll the incident has taken, while others said they traveled from across the Twin Cities metro area to pay their respects.
“I think this is what the Twin Cities is about,” said Erinn Farrell of Minneapolis. “The warmest of souls on the coldest of days — always showing up for one another and honoring this shared experience.”
Joel Willenbring of Apple Valley added, “It’s so easy to keep your head down. Coming here has helped me keep my head up.”
Several people at the memorial said they felt a sense of helplessness but believed that paying their respects was a meaningful and tangible way to respond.
