Two US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents involved in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old intensive care nurse, in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave. The shooting on Saturday caused protests in Minnesota and stirred nationwide outrage. According to a preliminary Department of Homeland Security (DHS) report, the agents fired their weapons during a scuffle with Pretti. Contrary to initial claims, Pretti did not brandish a gun. The timing and duration of the agents' leave remain unclear, but CBP confirmed this action follows standard protocol during shooting investigations. The shooting has intensified tensions in Minneapolis, where DHS has been conducting Operation Metro Surge since December 1 to crack down on illegal immigration. The operation has led to over 3,000 arrests in Minnesota, including violent offenders, but also sparked clashes with local leaders. Mayor Jacob Frey insisted his city would keep sanctuary policies and said federal immigration laws would not be enforced in Minneapolis. President Donald Trump responded by warning that Frey's stance was "a very serious violation of the Law, and that he is PLAYING WITH FIRE!" Meanwhile, Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the arrest of 16 protesters accused of assaulting federal officers in Minnesota, with more arrests expected. Representative Ilhan Omar, another local leader opposing the federal immigration crackdown, reported an attack on her during a public event. The suspect has been charged, and the incident added to sharp political divisions. A federal judge ordered the release of refugees arrested by immigration agents in Minnesota and their return to the state, emphasizing that refugees "are not committing crimes." The DHS Secretary Kristi Noem initially called Pretti a "domestic terrorist" and said he was armed, but video evidence showed no weapon. Following the shooting, lawmakers from both parties demanded the removal of Noem and the administration's lead immigration advisor Stephen Miller. Democrats warned they might start impeachment proceedings against Noem if she did not resign. Discussions are also underway about cutting DHS funding in upcoming government spending bills to pressure the administration amid the controversy.