Former NBA star Isaiah Thomas was furious over the Border Patrol-involved shooting of a Minnesota man on Saturday.
Alex J. Pretti was identified as the 37-year-old Minneapolis man who was shot and killed after he allegedly confronted officers during a Department of Homeland Security operation in the southern part of the city.
Thomas was among those who criticized federal officials. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials didn’t appear to be involved in the shooting.
“6 guys beating the s— outta ONE person then KILLING him!! F— the ICE agents. 6 against one and yall still shoot and kill somebody. Yall had him out numbered and decided to KILL him like it was a video game and he can just he his life back smh,” he wrote on X.
Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino said at a news conference that Department of Homeland Security (DHS) law enforcement officers were conducting an operation early Saturday targeting Jose Huerta-Chuma, an illegal immigrant with a criminal history including domestic assault to intentional conflict bodily harm, disorderly conduct and driving without a valid license.
Pretti allegedly approached Border Patrol agents while armed with a 9mm semi-automatic handgun and two magazines during the operation, according to DHS.
State officials said Pretti had a lawful Permit to Carry (PTC).
The officer involved in the shooting, according to Bovino, was “highly trained” and had been serving as a Border Patrol agent for eight years.
DHS is leading the investigation into the shooting, with assistance from the FBI.
President Donald Trump responded to the shooting on Truth Social, questioning why local police were not assisting during the confrontation.
“This is the gunman’s gun, loaded (with two additional full magazines!), and ready to go–What is that all about?” the president wrote in part. “Where are the local Police? Why weren’t they allowed to protect ICE Officers? The Mayor and the Governor called them off? It is stated that many of these Police were not allowed to do their job, that ICE had to protect themselves—Not an easy thing to do!”
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/canada-prime-minister-justin-trudeau-right-an-aisle-in-a-canadian-grocery-store.jpg?id=56631958&width=1200&height=600&coordinates=0%2C36%2C0%2C36"/><br/><br/><p>After a <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/canada-trump-trudeau-tariffs" target="_blank">30-day pause on proposed tariffs</a>, the North American trade war is back on, and <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/trump-tariffs-legault-quebec" target="_blank">Canada isn't holding back</a>.</p><p>As of today, March 4, 2025, U.S. <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/donald-trump" target="_blank">President Donald Trump</a> has officially imposed a 25% tariff on Canadian exports and a 10% tariff on Canadian energy. North of the border, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has made it clear that Canada won't take this sitting down.</p><p>"Canadians are reasonable, but we will not back down from a fight," he wrote in an X post on Monday morning.</p><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1896959387996151944">
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<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script><p>The Prime Minister later revealed details of counter-tariffs on $30 billion worth of U.S. products, announcing plans to slap an additional $125 billion in tariffs over the next three weeks if the situation escalates.</p><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1896964152822050953">
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<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script><p>The list of affected goods isn't random, though. It's designed to put economic pressure on American industries while trying to soften the impact on Canadians. </p><p>That said, everyday essentials like groceries, household goods, and vehicles will be affected, meaning you could soon see higher prices at checkout counters.</p><p>Here's an extensive list of goods that will likely see price surges. </p><h2>Full list of U.S. products now facing tariffs in Canada</h2><h4></h4><h4>Food & drink</h4><ul><li>Poultry & eggs – chicken, turkey, duck, and their byproducts</li><li>Dairy – milk, cheese, butter, ice cream, yogurt</li><li>Fruits & vegetables – tomatoes, beans, citrus fruits, melons, berries</li><li>Coffee, tea, spices, and condiments – including ketchup, mustard, and peanut butter</li><li>Packaged foods – pasta, bread, soup, chocolate, cereal</li><li>Alcohol – beer, wine, spirits, and coolers</li></ul><h4>Tobacco & nicotine products</h4><ul><li>Cigarettes, cigars, and chewing tobacco</li><li>Vapes, e-cigarettes, and nicotine patches</li></ul><h4>Personal care items</h4><ul><li>Makeup, skincare, razors, deodorant, and hair products</li><li>Toothpaste and dental floss</li><li>Perfumes and room deodorizers</li></ul><h4>Household & office goods</h4><ul><li>Kitchenware – glassware, utensils, and storage containers</li><li>Furniture – chairs, mattresses, lighting, and storage racks</li><li>Paper products – toilet paper, napkins, stationery</li></ul><h4>Clothing & accessories</h4><ul><li>Shirts, pants, dresses, outerwear, and baby clothes</li><li>Footwear, hats, gloves, and jewelry</li><li>Suitcases, backpacks, and wallets</li></ul><h4>Electronics & appliances</h4><ul><li>Refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers</li><li>Small appliances – blenders, toasters, coffee makers</li><li>Gaming consoles and board games</li></ul><h4>Vehicles & machinery</h4><ul><li>Motorbikes, boats, and drones</li><li>Snowblowers, lawnmowers, and power tools</li><li>Rubber tires</li></ul><h4>Building materials</h4><ul><li>Wood products, plastic packaging, and window fixtures</li><li>Bathroom fixtures, carpets, and textiles</li></ul><h4>Weapons & ammunition</h4><ul><li>Firearms – pistols, rifles, shotguns, air guns</li><li>Ammunition – bullets, cartridges, and pellets</li></ul><p>With tariffs and counter-tariffs now in place, the government encourages Canadians to buy locally whenever possible. If your usual grocery staples or household goods are on this list, you might need to alter your shopping cart.</p><p>To make the transition easier, you can check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/made-in-canada-grocery-items" target="_blank">list of locally-made grocery items to replace US products</a>.</p><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em>
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