News|Donald TrumpUS protesters begin nationwide strike as DOJ launches Pretti killing probeProtesters call for ‘no work, no school, no shopping’ in response to Trump’s deadly immigration enforcement crackdown.
## Nationwide Strike in Response to Immigration Enforcement
Nationwide Strike in Response to Immigration Enforcement
Protests have emerged across the United States as part of a nationwide "no work, no school, no shopping" strike. This action responds to the current administration's deportation initiatives.
The strike on Friday follows recent events involving the deaths of two US citizens in Minnesota during immigration enforcement operations. These events have prompted a state-wide strike last week, now expanded nationwide.
The US Department of Justice has announced a civil rights investigation into the death of Alex Pretti, who was fatally shot by border patrol agents on January 24. However, no investigation has been initiated regarding the death of Renee Nicole Good, who was shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent on January 7.
The deployment of immigration agents to Minnesota is part of a broader deportation effort targeting alleged fraud in the Somali American community. This operation has reportedly resulted in increased detention quotas.
Protests have emerged across the United States as part of a nationwide "no work, no school, no shopping" strike.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche confirmed the civil rights investigation into Pretti's death, stating, "we're looking at everything that would shed light on what happened that day and in the days and weeks leading up to what happened". The FBI will now oversee the investigation from the Department of Homeland Security.
Protesters gathered at Howard University in Washington, DC, planning a march to the White House. Similar protests were organized in major cities, including Atlanta, Georgia, and Portland, Oregon.
In some states, such as Arizona and Colorado, schools were closed due to anticipated mass absences. Students also participated in walkouts to protest ICE's actions.
In addition, some businesses have shown their support for the protests by donating proceeds to organizations supporting immigration rights.
The ongoing protests and strikes highlight significant public dissent against current immigration enforcement practices. The situation remains dynamic, with further developments expected as investigations and public actions continue.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.