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Multiple Videos Contradict DHS Version Of Alex Pretti Shooting

Federal agents shot a U.S. Citizen this morning in Minneapolis (screen capture)

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem was quick to accuse Alex Pretti, a U.S. citizen with no criminal record who worked as an intensive care nurse at a local VA hospital, of being a domestic terrorist and suggested he intended to harm agents with a gun when he was shot and killed by ICE agents yesterday.

Greg Bovino, the official in charge of Border Patrol agents deployed to Minnesota, said: “This looks like a situation where an individual wanted to do maximum damage and massacre law enforcement.”

But multiple videos from the scene appear to contradict those characterizations. Continue reading “Multiple Videos Contradict DHS Version Of Alex Pretti Shooting”

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Minneapolis Shooting Victim Was A VA Hospital Nurse

Alex Pretti, an intensive care nurse, was shot dead by ICE agents today in Minneapolis

The 37-year-old man shot and killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis today has been identified as Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a U.S. citizen with no criminal record.

The Washington Post reports he was an intensive care nurse at a local Veteran’s Administration hospital dedicated to caring for veterans. Continue reading “Minneapolis Shooting Victim Was A VA Hospital Nurse”

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Minneapolis: U.S. Citizen Shot, Killed By Federal Agents

Federal agents shot a U.S. Citizen this morning in Minneapolis (screen capture)
Federal agents shot a U.S. Citizen this morning in Minneapolis (screen capture)
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U.S. Border Patrol officer fatally shot a man in Minneapolis shortly after 9 a.m. Saturday morning, federal officials said. The incident sparked protests and violent clashes between demonstrators and authorities. Continue reading “Minneapolis: U.S. Citizen Shot, Killed By Federal Agents”

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Karamo Brown’s Rift With ‘Queer Eye’ Co-Stars + More

The cast of Queer Eye Season 10 (photo: Netflix)

Some news items for you as we head into the weekend.

• TMZ: Folks were surprised when Queer Eye’s Karamo Brown was a no-show for press appearances this week. According to a source “familiar with the situation,” the rift between Brown and some co-stars began during production of the show’s final season in Washington, D.C. when his mother overheard three cast members talking about Brown.

• Pink News: The LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame announced 10 new inductees this week including former NFL player Ryan O’Callaghan and former WNBA player Sue Wicks. The induction ceremony will be held on June 25 in New York City. Continue reading “Karamo Brown’s Rift With ‘Queer Eye’ Co-Stars + More”

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Autopsy: Renee Good Killed By 3rd Gunshot Through Driver’s Side Window

ICE officer Jonathan Ross firing at Renee Good through her driver's side window

An autopsy by a medical pathologist has found that Renee Good, who was fatally shot by an ICE agent in Minneapolis earlier this month, suffered 3 clear gunshot wounds. She also suffered a graze wound “consistent with a firearm injury, but with no penetration.”

The report shows the first two shots were not life-threatening. It was the third shot – fired through the driver’s side window when the officer was clearly not in any danger – that killed Good. Continue reading “Autopsy: Renee Good Killed By 3rd Gunshot Through Driver’s Side Window”

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Out Hockey Player Gets Surprise ‘Heated Rivalry’ Message + More

Out hockey player surprised with message from Heated Rivalry star Hudson Williams

Some news items you might have missed:

• Gay Times: Out hockey player Jesse Kortuem recently shared how “Heated Rivalry” helped him in his coming out journey. Drew surprised Jesse (above) with a message from one of the show’s stars, Hudson Williams. Click below to play video. Continue reading “Out Hockey Player Gets Surprise ‘Heated Rivalry’ Message + More”

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2026 Queerties Nominees Announced + More News

2026 Queerties

Some news stories for you as we get over this Hump Day:

• Queerty: The nominees for the 2026 Queerties (above), honoring the best in LGBTQ+ media, have been announced. Check out the list then vote here.

• The Advocate: The House and Senate have negotiated final appropriations bills to fund the government through September 30 — and thanks to the work of Democrats including Rep. Sarah McBride (D-DE), they’ve been stripped of anti-transgender provisions. Continue reading “2026 Queerties Nominees Announced + More News”