Misinformation spread on Pretti killing by Trump administration and allies

US President Trump and his MAGA allies spread misinformation about the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, claiming he approached Border Patrol officers with a gun. Video evidence contradicts this, showing Pretti trying to help a woman before being tackled and shot. Despite being a lawful gun owner, officials labeled him an assassin. Right-wing influencers echoed these baseless claims, with some even spreading false information. Family members denounced the administration’s lies, while some Republicans and the NRA pushed back on the narrative surrounding Pretti’s death. Minnesota law enforcement contradicted the Trump administration’s statements, highlighting the ongoing controversy and misinformation surrounding the tragic incident.

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