US Senators Say They Won’t Support DHS Funding Amid Growing Backlash Over Fatal Shootings by Federal Agents
A recent fatal shooting of an American by a federal agent in Minneapolis has prompted several US senators, including Amy Klobuchar and Adam Schiff, to announce that they will vote against Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding. The decision comes as the country is grappling with growing concerns over the use of immigration enforcement operations.
Klobuchar, who represents Minnesota, expressed outrage over the shooting of 37-year-old nurse Alex Pretti, saying she was "absolutely horrified" by the incident and condemned the administration's rhetoric. She stated that the agency is "making us less safe, not more safe," and urged ICE to leave her state.
Schiff, who represents California, echoed Klobuchar's sentiments, stating that he would not support funding for ICE or Border Patrol, citing their questionable operational methods. He warned that if Republicans insist on including DHS funding in a government spending bill, it would lead to a government shutdown.
The decision by Klobuchar and Schiff is part of a growing trend among Democrats to push back against the use of immigration enforcement operations. Several other Democratic senators have announced plans to vote against DHS funding until restrictions are put in place.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has called on Senate Republicans to separate the DHS funding bill from the package of government spending bills, saying that Democrats will not allow the current bill to move forward. He also urged Republicans to work with Democrats to advance the other five funding bills while rewriting the DHS bill.
The controversy surrounding Pretti's killing is ongoing, with videos from witnesses contradicting the Trump administration's narrative. Local officials have confirmed that Pretti was a US citizen and had a permit to carry a gun. Klobuchar has urged transparency in the investigation into Pretti's death, as well as that of Renee Good, who was shot by an ICE officer weeks ago.
The standoff over DHS funding comes as the government teeters on the brink of a partial shutdown at the end of the month.
A recent fatal shooting of an American by a federal agent in Minneapolis has prompted several US senators, including Amy Klobuchar and Adam Schiff, to announce that they will vote against Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding. The decision comes as the country is grappling with growing concerns over the use of immigration enforcement operations.
Klobuchar, who represents Minnesota, expressed outrage over the shooting of 37-year-old nurse Alex Pretti, saying she was "absolutely horrified" by the incident and condemned the administration's rhetoric. She stated that the agency is "making us less safe, not more safe," and urged ICE to leave her state.
Schiff, who represents California, echoed Klobuchar's sentiments, stating that he would not support funding for ICE or Border Patrol, citing their questionable operational methods. He warned that if Republicans insist on including DHS funding in a government spending bill, it would lead to a government shutdown.
The decision by Klobuchar and Schiff is part of a growing trend among Democrats to push back against the use of immigration enforcement operations. Several other Democratic senators have announced plans to vote against DHS funding until restrictions are put in place.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has called on Senate Republicans to separate the DHS funding bill from the package of government spending bills, saying that Democrats will not allow the current bill to move forward. He also urged Republicans to work with Democrats to advance the other five funding bills while rewriting the DHS bill.
The controversy surrounding Pretti's killing is ongoing, with videos from witnesses contradicting the Trump administration's narrative. Local officials have confirmed that Pretti was a US citizen and had a permit to carry a gun. Klobuchar has urged transparency in the investigation into Pretti's death, as well as that of Renee Good, who was shot by an ICE officer weeks ago.
The standoff over DHS funding comes as the government teeters on the brink of a partial shutdown at the end of the month.
! I'm literally shaking my head, thinking about how our own country leaders can be so reckless with people's lives 
. Like, what even is the criteria for being a "good" law enforcement agent? 
One bad apple doesn't define an entire agency, you know? 
It's like, let's focus on making America safer for ALL citizens, not just those who are in the immigration system 
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Like, no one buys that "vulnerable bystander" trope 
. We deserve better, and we need more transparency from our leaders 
. I'm so proud of senators like Klobuchar and Schiff for speaking out against this injustice 
! Let's keep the pressure on until some real change happens 
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The decision by Klobuchar and Schiff is making us realize that even small changes can add up to make a big difference 
. We need to acknowledge our own flaws and biases, just like they're trying to do with ICE 
. Can we use this as an opportunity to reevaluate our priorities and work together towards a more humane solution? 
That's some serious evidence manipulation right there. I'm not saying any politician is innocent, but come on, folks! We need transparency and honesty in our government, especially when it comes to matters like immigration and law enforcement.
. It's time for some compromise and cooperation between parties. A partial shutdown at the end of the month? That's just a ticking time bomb waiting to happen 
. We need to get this sorted out ASAP! 
, this is getting crazy! I mean, a US senator saying they won't support DHS funding because of a fatal shooting by a federal agent? That's like, super bold move 
. And with Schumer calling for Republicans to separate the bill from the rest, it's gonna be a wild ride 
. The fact that there are multiple Democratic senators speaking out against the use of immigration enforcement operations is definitely interesting 
. Can't wait to see how this all plays out 
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anyway back to Alex Pretti - poor thing was just tryna make a living & do her job & then BAM! some agent comes along & kills her 
