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Obamas say Alex Pretti killing a ‘tragedy’ as calls mount for full investigation

Former president and first lady say killing should be ‘wake-up call’ and federal agents are not operating in lawful way

The Guardian - UK · Jan 25

‘Buy salt, melt ICE’: Minnesota protesters buy and return salt in Target stores to slow lines — watch

A video erupted on social media showing Minnesota protesters lined up to buy salt and then return it over and over again in Target.

The Times of India · Jan 25

'Twitter-brained': Megyn Kelly slammed online for sarcastic take on ICE shooting of Alex Pretti

Megyn Kelly sparked outrage with a sarcastic X post following the fatal shooting of Alex Jeffrey Pretti by ICE officers in Minneapolis. Her comments, suggesting ICE withdrawal and encouraging migrants to move to Minnesota, drew sharp criticism for being insensitive to the incident and ICE's alleged brutalities, amplifying local concerns.

The Times of India · Jan 25

DHS, Florida Officials Weigh Opening New Immigration Detention Center in Orlando

The idea was first floated by Gov. Ron DeSantis, who earlier this month said Florida was hoping to help DHS expand its capacity to hold more detainees

Latin Times · Jan 25

Protests inside churches are unusual despite long history of civil disobedience in the US

American religious history is rife with protest movements

The Independent UK · Jan 25

‘Alex Pretti was murdered’: NBA’s Haliburton among sports stars to condemn Minnesota killing

A number of prominent US sports stars have condemned the killing of a registered nurse, Alex Pretti, by federal agents in Minneapolis on Saturday

The Guardian - US · Jan 25

'Freedom for the kids': Anti-ICE protests shake Minneapolis after 5-year-old detained - watch

Dozens of immigrant families gathered Saturday behind chain-link fences at the South Texas Family Residential Center in Dilley, chanting “¡Libertad!” as children held handmade signs reading “Libertad para los niños,” or “Freedom for the kids.”

The Times of India · Jan 25

Closed doors, free samosas: How an Indian restaurant is backing anti-ICE protesters in Minneapolis

In a bold stand against heightened ICE enforcement, Curry Corner, a beloved Indian restaurant in Minneapolis, has opted for a temporary closure to prioritize the safety of its staff. However, the restaurant remains a beacon of support for anti-ICE activists, generously offering complimentary samosas and meals to those rallying on…

The Times of India · Jan 25

FBI Affidavit Shows Key Discrepancies With DHS Account of Venezuelan Man's Shooting in Minneapolis

The FBI released this week its account of the car chase and alleged assault that led an ICE agent to shoot a Venezuelan immigrant.

Latin Times · Jan 25

Pakistan-born doctor mourns colleague and ICU nurse Alex Pretti, shot by federal agents in Minnesota: 'Senseless carnage...'

A Pakistan-born doctor based in New York has spoken of her shock and grief after a former colleague, ICU nurse Alex Pretti, was fatally shot by federal agents in Minneapolis. She called the killing “senseless carnage”.

The Times of India · Jan 25