Opinion: The Trump administration is once again engaged in a perversion of justice
Americans deserve the truth about the killing of Alex Pretti, the Times editorial board writes.
From The Times
January 26, 2026

The Trump administration owes Americans a thorough investigation and a truthful accounting of the shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, the Times editorial board writes.

Instead, President Trump and his team are once again engaged in a perversion of justice and are willing to lie to serve their own interests. Congress therefore must step in.

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Opinion

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MORE COVERAGE

A person wearing a black coat that says BCA Special Agent stands at a memorial for Alex Pretti.

Once again, the federal government is excluding Minnesota officials from investigating a fatal shooting.

Donald Trump sits at a large desk wearing a blue tie. A standing person holds a laptop showing a winter street scene.

Analysis

For President Trump, the truth in Minneapolis is what he says it is.

Senator Bill Cassidy, wearing a blue suit and red tie.

Republicans are struggling to respond to the shooting of Alex Pretti, reflecting political peril.

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