Tragedy struck Minneapolis on Saturday morning when a U.S. Border Patrol agent fatally shot a local resident during an immigration enforcement operation.

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi sent a letter to Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz urging support for federal law enforcement and immigration policies, while Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey requested National Guard assistance to maintain safety amid ongoing protests.

Details of the Fatal Shooting Emerge

The incident has sparked significant unrest, with video footage showing at least 10 shots fired by a Border Patrol agent while Pretti was on the ground.

Border Patrol Commander-At-Large Gregory Bovino stated Pretti was armed with two loaded magazines and lacked identification, though he did not clarify if a weapon was drawn or its location during the shooting.

Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara confirmed Pretti had a legal permit to carry and only minor traffic violations on his record, while footage reportedly does not show Pretti holding a gun at the time.

Bondi’s Letter Sparks Policy Debate

The issue has ignited fierce debate over federal and state roles in immigration enforcement.

In her letter, obtained by FOX News, AG Bondi warned Gov. Walz on Saturday, presenting a "path" for ICE and other federal agents to exit Minnesota if specific conditions are met, including repealing sanctuary policies she claims contribute to crime.

Among her demands, Bondi insists Minnesota share state records on Medicaid and SNAP programs, allow ICE access to state corrections facilities for detainee interviews, and permit the Department of Justice to review voter rolls for compliance with federal law.

Operation Metro Surge Under Scrutiny

Bondi’s reference to "Operation Metro Surge" in her letter highlights the ongoing federal push that has drawn ire from local leaders who have pleaded for weeks for federal agents to leave the state.

This operation, already linked to another fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent on Jan. 7, continues to fuel protests across Minneapolis as tensions rise.

While Bondi’s supporters argue these measures are necessary to uphold federal authority and ensure public safety, the timing of her demands—mere hours after Pretti’s death—feels like a heavy-handed jab at a grieving community.

National Guard Called Amid Protests

Mayor Frey’s call for National Guard support to aid local police and emergency personnel shows just how volatile the situation has become on the ground.

One has to wonder if Gov. Walz will bend to Bondi’s conditions or stand firm against what many see as federal overreach trampling on state sovereignty.

With protests raging and another life lost, Minneapolis deserves answers—not just ultimatums—about how to balance law enforcement with the safety and rights of its citizens.