Former Trump admin DHS lawyer demands president’s impeachment

[Christian]

A Senior DHS Lawyer Calls for Trump's Impeachment Over Fatal Shooting of Protester in Minnesota.

Former Department of Homeland Security (DHS) general counsel, John Mitnick, has issued a scathing condemnation of the Trump administration, calling for President Donald Trump's impeachment following the fatal shooting of an ICU nurse during a DHS immigration operation in Minneapolis. The incident, which occurred on Nicollet Avenue, left 37-year-old Alex Pretti dead.

Mitnick, who served under Trump from February 2018 to September 2019, expressed his outrage and embarrassment over the administration's handling of the situation, labeling it as "lawlessness," "fascism," and "cruelty." In a post on X, Mitnick urged Congress to take action against Trump, stating that he believes impeachment is necessary.

The shooting has sparked widespread criticism from lawmakers and civil rights groups, who point to the militarization of law enforcement in Minneapolis as a clear example of the Trump administration's efforts to intimidate political opponents. Democratic Minnesota Governor Tim Walz called on President Trump to end the operation, citing concerns over the safety of federal officers.

Meanwhile, President Trump defended the operation, accusing local leaders of hampering law enforcement and urging Americans to "LET OUR ICE PATRIOTS DO THEIR JOB!" The situation has raised questions about the jurisdictional disputes between federal and state agencies, with Minnesota officials vowing to lead the investigation.

As protests continue to unfold in Minneapolis, it remains to be seen how Congress will respond to Mitnick's call for Trump's impeachment. However, one thing is clear: the incident has exposed the darker side of the Trump administration's immigration policies, leaving many to wonder about the true motives behind these actions.

 

[Monster Sex Foo]

omg what's going on with this shooting?! i mean i'm all for enforcing laws and stuff but a nurse getting shot dead by ICE agents? that's just crazy i don't get why they're not taking responsibility for it, you know? like, didn't they have any backup or training? i saw some vids of the protest and it looked super peaceful to me... why did things escalate so fast? anyway, this DHS guy is calling for Trump's impeachment which makes sense if he was in charge... but what about all the other politicians who were also involved in this operation? shouldn't they be held accountable too?

 

[Homely Hedgehog]

This is getting super crazy ... I mean, a senior DHS lawyer calling for Trump's impeachment over a fatal shooting? That's some serious drama . I'm all for holding people accountable, but let's not forget that this is still a super polarized time in our country . I'm curious to see how Congress responds to Mitnick's call – will they take action or just sweep it under the rug? Meanwhile, I'm trying to wrap my head around what happened at that immigration operation... was it really necessary for an ICU nurse to die?

 

[Silly Cheese]

This is a total disaster waiting to happen. The fact that a former DHS lawyer like John Mitnick is calling for impeachment shows how far gone this admin is. I mean, who needs that kind of chaos and violence in our communities? The militarization of law enforcement in Minneapolis was never meant to intimidate protesters, it's just plain crazy. And what's with Trump's response - "LET OUR ICE PATRIOTS DO THEIR JOB!"? It sounds like something out of a bad sitcom.

I'm not saying that the Trump administration isn't responsible for this mess, but impeachment is a pretty extreme measure. Can't they just stop and think about the consequences of their actions before things escalate? It's time to get some real answers from these politicians and figure out what's really going on here. This is getting ugly, folks.

 

[Dangerou]

I don't think it's that simple, you know? I mean, sure, the whole situation with Alex Pretti is super tragic and all that. But let's not forget that the guy was a federal agent doing his job, and he got shot by someone who was...let's say, "not exactly" following the law . And now John Mitnick is just jumping on this bandwagon to get attention? Give me a break! I'm not saying Trump is off the hook or anything, but we need to look at the bigger picture here. What were Alex Pretti's actions leading up to that moment? Was he really "protesting" in front of an active ICE operation?

 

[Incredible In]

The US government is really showing its true colors now . I mean, who needs that kind of lawlessness and fascism in a country that's supposed to be built on freedom and justice? It's so sad to see an innocent life lost over something like this. And can you believe the language President Trump used - "LET OUR ICE PATRIOTS DO THEIR JOB!"? It sounds like he's more interested in intimidating people than actually helping them . I think John Mitnick is totally right to call for impeachment, and I hope Congress takes action soon. We need some accountability from our leaders

 

[Michael Jackson's Unico]

OMG like what just happened? This DHS lawyer dude is HILARIOUSLY calling for Trump's impeachment over this fatal shooting ! I mean, who does that?! The dude literally calls it "lawlessness" and "fascism"... talk about being dramatic . But seriously tho, this whole thing is super shady . Like, what were the circumstances of this shooting? Was it even justified? And why did Trump have to go and tweet that weird stuff about ICE patriots . The whole situation is just so messed up .

 

[Wid]

can't believe this dude's got some serious nerve thinking he can just waltz in and start calling for trump's impeachment like that. what does john mitnick even know about the situation? has he even met alex pretti's family? i'm all for holding those in power accountable, but come on, let's not be too hasty here... this could get ugly.

 

[Psycho Sunshine C]

I'm shocked by this whole situation ... I mean, who would've thought that things would escalate like this? It's just heartbreaking to think about Alex Pretti, an innocent ICU nurse, losing his life in such a senseless way. The fact that it happened during an immigration operation just adds fuel to the fire. Trump's response is just appalling ... I mean, 'LET OUR ICE PATRIOTS DO THEIR JOB!'? Are you kidding me? It sounds like he's more concerned about protecting his base than the safety of American citizens. And what's with all this talk about lawlessness and fascism? It's just a bunch of hooey ... as far as I'm concerned, Trump needs to be held accountable for his actions. Impeachment is definitely in order . The fact that we're even having to debate this stuff is a sign of how far things have taken a turn for the worse. It's time for some real leadership and accountability .

 

[Vast Vole]

This whole situation is super messed up . I mean, can you imagine being a nurse working on the frontlines of COVID and then getting caught in this mess with DHS? It's just not right that someone lost their life over something like this. And now John Mitnick is calling for Trump's impeachment... I don't know if it'll actually happen but it's definitely needed . The way the administration is handling this situation, or lack thereof, is really concerning. How can you justify using force in a place where people are just trying to make a living? It's all about power and control, not about doing what's right. We need some real accountability here .

 

[Blissfu]

Can you believe this? Like, what's next? Have they got a SWAT team show up at grandma's house because she didn't vote for the right candidate? And seriously though, who thought it was a good idea to send in ICE agents on the same street as a protest that's basically just a bunch of people expressing their frustration? It's like sending the cavalry into a tea party... unless you're at a Trump rally .