National Guard troops are stationed at all entrances to the Border Patrol shooting scene in south Minneapolis after federal agents shot and killed 37-year-old Alex Pretti on January 24, 2026. The deployment, authorized by Governor Tim Walz, was described as being ready to protect critical infrastructure and assist local law enforcement amid growing protests. Video circulating online shows conflicting accounts — officials say agents encountered an armed man, while bystanders and independent analyses say Pretti was filming and was unarmed when pinned and fired upon. State leaders have demanded a state-led investigation and accused federal agents of obstructing local investigators. (apnews.com)