Former US President Barack Obama issued a stark warning to all Americans after the murder of Alex Pretti in Minnesota. The ICU nurse was shot dead by two federal agents while protesting. Obama pointed at the current tactics of ICE and the Trump administration in his X post.
He urged the Americans to find the broader implications of what is happening in Minnesota and how it affects everyone. Earlier, he called Pretti’s death a wake-up call for everyone.
His post reads, “More and more Americans are voicing their outrage at the tactics being deployed by federal agents in Minnesota. But it’s important to understand the broader implications of what this administration is doing, and the threat it poses to the basic freedoms of every American”.
More and more Americans are voicing their outrage at the tactics being deployed by federal agents in Minnesota. But it’s important to understand the broader implications of what this administration is doing, and the threat it poses to the basic freedoms of every American.
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) January 28, 2026
It reached more than fifty million users, gaining more than 300,000 likes. Obama pointed out the mass deportation and immigrant crackdown, as well as the implications of the Border Patrol’s presence in the state. He did not list the implications, leaving them for inference. Considering the massive outrage and protests, many are already aware of the dangers to basic rights.
Earlier, ICE agents shot Renee Good in Minnesota, leading to mass protests. She was labelled as a domestic terrorist without any investigation. Similarly, Pretti was called a violent person who intended to endanger federal officers. However, Stephen Miller agreed that the Border Patrol may not have followed the protocol. Miller’s statement contradicted the ones made by the administration.
Miller mentioned that the initial statement from the Department of Homeland Security was based on CBP reports. Moreover, Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino provided inaccurate information to the White House.
Here’s a podcast that does a good job of laying out what’s at stake, and why all of us need to get off the sidelines to demand change. https://t.co/lISD5tmyyr
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) January 28, 2026
The result was Kristi Noem getting a new role and pulling some of the ICE agents from Minnesota. However, that isn’t enough, the Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz raised concerns about people living in fear of being detained and killed during ICE raids. They are unable to function normally, fearing visiting even hospitals and schools.
Furthermore, Obama shared resources for people to understand what’s happening. He posted a link to the Ezra Klein Show for people to demand changes. After this, he also shared how people can peacefully protest and support others during this hard time. He shared a post on how to get involved, covering various resources for donation and legal aid.
