BREAKING: Biden Says Minneapolis Violence Betrays U.S. Values, Demands Full Investigation into Deaths of Alex Pretti and Renee Good
Washington, D.C. — Former President Joe Biden has issued a strongly worded statement condemning the recent fatal shootings in Minneapolis, calling the violence “against our most basic American values” and urging a full, fair, and transparent investigation into the deaths of Alex Pretti and Renee Good — two U.S. citizens killed by federal agents during immigration enforcement operations.
In a post on social media platform X on Tuesday, Biden characterized what has unfolded in Minneapolis over the past month as a betrayal of America’s core principles, arguing that violence and terror “have no place in the United States of America, especially when it’s our own government targeting American citizens.”
“What has unfolded in Minneapolis this past month betrays our most basic values as Americans,” Biden wrote. “We are not a nation that guns down our citizens in the street. We are not a nation that allows our citizens to be brutalized for exercising their constitutional rights.”
Biden also praised the residents of Minnesota for their resilience and for speaking out against injustice, saying their actions “reminded us all what it is to be American.” He added that no individual — even a president — can destroy what the country stands for if Americans stand up and speak out together.
Deaths of Pretti and Good Prompt Outrage
The calls for accountability come after the deaths of Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old ICU nurse and U.S. citizen fatally shot by federal agents this past weekend during immigration enforcement activity in Minneapolis, and Renee Good, a mother of three killed earlier in January by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer.
Both incidents have drawn widespread criticism, fueled protests, and intensified scrutiny of federal immigration enforcement tactics in the city. The deaths have sparked not only local outrage but national debate, drawing attention from political leaders across party lines.
Biden called the deaths “senseless” and extended condolences and strength to the families and communities impacted by the losses. He stressed that justice requires a thorough and impartial investigation into both cases.
Political Fallout and National Response
Biden’s statement aligns with growing calls from other Democratic leaders and civil rights groups for transparency and accountability. Former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton have also condemned the Minneapolis shootings and urged full investigations into the federal agencies’ actions.
The controversy has drawn responses from across the political spectrum. Some Republican lawmakers have also expressed concern and called for investigation, although many have refrained from directly criticizing the administration’s immigration enforcement strategy.
Meanwhile, protests in Minneapolis and beyond continue as citizens demand justice and question federal agency conduct. Community leaders and advocacy organizations are urging authorities to prioritize transparency and abide by constitutional protections.
Biden’s Broader Message
In his remarks, Biden framed the demand for investigation not just as a legal imperative but as a moral one. He stressed the importance of upholding constitutional rights and ensuring that government force is never used in a way that undermines trust in democratic institutions.
“Violence and terror have no place in the United States of America, especially when it’s our own government targeting American citizens,” Biden wrote, repeating his call for full, fair and transparent investigations into the deaths of Pretti and Good.
As national attention remains focused on Minneapolis, Biden’s intervention is expected to intensify pressure on federal authorities to provide answers and pursue accountability. His statement underscores rising political tensions over federal law enforcement practices and the broader debate about civil liberties in the U.S.
