US immigration chief Greg Bovino demoted to former post after death of protester Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. The 51‑year‑old former ICE commander, once dubbed Trump’s “lone wolf” of anti‑immigration policy, will return to El Centro, California, where he is expected to retire. The move follows a shooting on Saturday in which a 37‑year‑old man was killed by Border Patrol agents under Bovino’s command. The incident sparked protests and criticism of the Trump administration’s aggressive deportation tactics, prompting the White House to rethink its strategy. Interior Secretary Kristi Noem, a key supporter of Bovino, faces possible removal amid accusations of mishandling the Minneapolis episode. President Donald Trump expressed frustration with the administration’s public image after Pretti’s death and hinted at a strategic shift, sending former ICE boss Tom Homan to coordinate federal mobilization in Minnesota. The Department of Homeland Security described Bovino’s demotion as the clearest sign yet that the administration is changing its approach. The case highlights concerns within ICE and Border Patrol about Bovino operating outside the chain of command and prioritizing political posturing over operational discipline.

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