Dear John,

LULAC is sounding the alarm: Minneapolis and Minnesota communities are being pushed toward chaos by an intensified federal immigration enforcement presence. Reports of deadly incidents and escalating clashes during operations underscore a simple truth—people are being put in danger, and lives are being lost. THIS IS OUT OF CONTROL, AND IT MUST STOP. No policy objective justifies militarizing neighborhoods, turning community spaces into zones of intimidation, or placing innocent civilians in harm’s way.

That urgency is painfully clear in the killing of Alex Pretti. Pretti was a 37-year-old ICU nurse at the Minneapolis VA, described by family and colleagues as a person who cared deeply about others and lived a life rooted in service. He was shot and killed during a federal immigration enforcement operation in south Minneapolis, as bystander video shows Alex holding a phone. Minnesota cannot accept a system where lethal force and secrecy replace restraint, transparency, and basic human dignity.

LULAC demands an immediate stand-down and the withdrawal of ICE-led enforcement operations from Minnesota, along with real accountability—clear identification of agents, consistent use of body-worn cameras, and independent review of any use-of-force incidents. And Congress must act now: cut DHS enforcement funding from the current spending bill and refuse any blank checks that expand or sustain militarized immigration enforcement. Redirect federal dollars toward real community safety—legal support, victim services, and resources that keep families safe. SIGN THIS PETITION, share it widely, and contact your Senators and Representative today: ICE out of Minnesota, stand down now, and cut DHS enforcement funding from this bill.

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About LULAC
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is the nation's oldest and largest Latino civil rights organization. Founded in 1929, LULAC is committed to advancing the rights and opportunities of Latino Americans through advocacy, community building, and education. With a growing network of councils nationwide, LULAC remains steadfast in its mission to protect and empower millions of Latinos, contributing daily to America's prosperity. For more information about LULAC and its initiatives, please visit www.LULAC.org.