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Sen. Elissa Slotkin will introduce the Protect Our Polls Act to prohibit the president from deploying armed military members or federal agents to polling sites without congressional authorization, aiming to prevent interference in elections; the bill has Democratic backing and would codify existing prohibitions against such actions.
Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old Green Bay Preble High School graduate and ICU nurse, was shot and killed by federal agents during a Minneapolis immigration crackdown; his family emphasizes his care for others and protest involvement, while officials vow a full investigation into the incident.
President Trump announced plans to send federal troops to Portland, Oregon, citing the need to protect the city amid ongoing protests and unrest, which has sparked local frustration and condemnation from officials. Despite claims of chaos, Portland remains relatively peaceful, with local leaders emphasizing the city's normalcy and criticizing the president's portrayal of it as a war zone.
President Trump’s 30-day direct control over Washington DC police, initiated during a declared emergency, is set to expire, with ongoing federal presence and crime statistics showing significant reductions, amid political debates and legal challenges.