Minnesota DFL bill aims to withstand legal challenge over whether people can sue federal agents

By: Cleo Krejci

Outlets: MinnPost

Published: March 5, 2026

Words: 1,383

Last Updated: 4 days, 12 hours ago

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When Chris Marti arrived to protest the killing of Alex Pretti, he wanted federal officers to know: citizens are watching their conduct.

He eventually told state lawmakers about that incident, saying federal officers had “caked” him in pepper spray, tear gas and flash bangs despite his lack of interference with their operations. And now he’s wondering what recourse exists to hold federal officials accountable.

“Where (are) the checks and balances? Where is the accountability? I’m …

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