What the call covered
Governor Tim Walz said he spoke with President Trump and that the president told him he would look into reducing the number of federal agents in Minnesota. Walz described the call as productive and said he asked for an impartial investigation into the federal shooting that killed a protester. The president, posting on his platform, said the conversation was very good and that they were on a similar wavelength. Both men signaled they would have officials follow up.
Why this matters now
Federal law enforcement actions in Minnesota have led to large protests and tense stand offs with demonstrators. At least one protester, identified as Alex Pretti, was fatally shot during a recent federal operation. That death has heightened calls for an independent review and for a reduction in the visible federal presence. Citizens and local officials are concerned about public safety and whether investigations will be seen as fair and complete.
Who handles the investigation
Walz asked that the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension be allowed to conduct an independent investigation, which is the usual state role when serious incidents occur. Trump said he would talk to the Department of Homeland Security and arrange for his team to follow up, including having Tom Homan make contact. At the time of the governor’s announcement, the White House had not immediately issued a confirming statement about the call.
What to watch next
Key questions remain. Will federal leadership actually reduce agent numbers on the ground? Will the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension be given full access to the facts? Will any change ease tensions or simply shift responsibility from one agency to another? Officials on both sides say they will stay in touch. The public should watch for formal statements from DHS and for the scope and timing of any independent review.
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