The fatal shooting in Minneapolis wasn't a spontaneous eruption of grief, but the culmination of meticulously planned action. A Fox News Digital investigation revealed a complex network of far-left organizations already mobilized at the scene minutes before any shots were fired, responding to a coordinated alert system.
These weren’t simply protesters; they were “rapid responders,” actively tracking and broadcasting the movements of federal agents. A sophisticated database, dubbed “MN ICE Plates,” meticulously documented license plate numbers and vehicle details, building a real-time map of perceived ICE activity around the donut shop where the incident unfolded.
The death of Alex Pretti became a lightning rod, instantly leveraged by a national network of socialist, communist, and Marxist-Leninist groups. What appeared as raw emotion was, in reality, a rapid-response operation fueled by short, sensational videos and carefully chosen emojis – weapons of propaganda designed to ignite confrontation.
Encrypted Signal messages paint a chilling picture. At 9:50 a.m., a user named “Willow” shared a 22-second video showing agents near Glam Doll Donuts, a location already marked with an “ICE OUT OF MINNESOTA” sign. A simple shout of “No!” accompanied the footage, instantly broadcasting a narrative of opposition.
Just three minutes later, the alert escalated. “Backup needed,” a message blared, pinpointing the agents’ location and citing a maroon Dodge Durango. The network was actively summoning reinforcements, preparing for a confrontation that was rapidly becoming inevitable.
ICE Assistant Director Marcos Charles acknowledged the orchestrated nature of the unrest, stating the violence was “not a coincidence.” Commander-at-Large Greg Bovino confirmed Pretti was already present at the scene *before* the shooting, actively directing traffic and signaling to onlookers.
Within minutes of the shooting, the Signal network exploded with an all-points alert, using a red phone emoji to signal urgency. “Observer has been shot by ICE, unknown condition,” the message read, immediately requesting observers and warning of potential gas deployment.
Supplies materialized on Minneapolis sidewalks – boxes of designer masks, free winter hats, and bottled water – evidence of pre-planning and logistical support. Within hours, activists flooded Nicollet Avenue, mobilized from cities across the nation.
Media outlets reported on “angry protesters,” but failed to expose the ideological forces driving the mobilization. Signs openly displayed socialist, communist, and Marxist-Leninist logos, yet these affiliations went largely unreported.
This activation mirrored past events, notably the aftermath of George Floyd’s death, exploiting public sympathy and framing Pretti as a symbol of resistance. The groups swiftly adopted a narrative of “hyperimperialism” and positioned themselves as fighting “in the belly of the beast.”
A hub of communist and socialist nonprofits emerged as key organizers, many funded by an American-born Marxist-Leninist living in Shanghai and linked to the People’s Forum, a New York City-based incubator for socialist groups. The People’s Forum declined to comment.
BreakThrough News, a nonprofit affiliated with the People’s Forum, quickly disseminated a dramatic video of the shooting, racking up over 4 million views and simultaneously promoting support for China, Venezuela, and Cuba. The caption demanded attention: “BREAKING: Another CPB Shooting in Minneapolis.”
The Party for Socialism and Liberation issued a graphic calling for a “general strike” – a classic communist tactic aimed at paralyzing society. The Democratic Socialists of America labeled the killing an “execution” and demanded the abolition of ICE.
At a protest in New York City, Linda Sarsour rallied the crowd, vowing to “bring this country to a halt.” Meanwhile, groups like Freedom Road Socialist Organization, waving red flags, and Black Lives Matter chapters actively participated in the demonstrations.
The narrative quickly solidified, branding federal officials as Nazi-like figures. One activist shared a video of barricades built with dumpsters, declaring the scene reminiscent of past ICE shootings and the death of George Floyd.
The “MN ICE PLATES” database, publicly accessible, contained over 4,600 records, meticulously cataloging alleged ICE vehicles. A detailed “Best Practices Guide” outlined roles for “rapid responders,” assigning emojis to specific tasks – patrol, dispatch, medical care, and even aftercare for fellow activists.
The maroon Dodge Durango initially flagged in the Signal alerts was meticulously tracked, its movements documented with photos and detailed observations. It was definitively labeled “Confirmed ICE” within the database.
As the protests continued, the Signal groups remained active, relentlessly pursuing and reporting the movements of perceived ICE vehicles. The events in Minneapolis weren’t a spontaneous outcry, but a carefully orchestrated operation designed to exploit tragedy and advance a radical political agenda.
