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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Mike Bedigan

Border Patrol chief blames Democrats and journalists for Minneapolis chaos – but dodges questions on fatal shooting

A top Border Control official has blamed Democrats and journalists for the chaos in Minneapolis following the fatal shooting of two protesters by federal agents, but dodged questions on whether the agency bore responsibility for the tragedies.

It comes after Alex Pretti was killed while helping a fellow protester Saturday. Footage captured from multiple angles showed how the 37-year-old ICU nurse was sprayed in the face with mace before being thrown to the ground by officers before being beaten and ultimately shot multiple times.

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