A memorial in Minneapolis honors Alex Pretti, who was killed by Border Patrol officers on January 25, 2026. The memorial features numerous candles, flowers, and signs, including one listing "Warning Signs of Fascism." This event occurred during "Operation Metro Surge," a period of increased immigration enforcement. The signs listed on the cardboard display include "Powerful Nationalism," "Disdain for Human Rights," "Militarism," "Controlled Mass Media," "Rampant Corruption," "Suppression of Opponents," "Identification of Enemies," and "Disdain for Intellectuals." The memorial serves as a public expression of grief and a political statement in response to Pretti's death and broader immigration policies.
Photo taken in January 2026.
