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ICE Officer Faces Criminal Charges for Allegedly Pulling Gun on Drivers: A Summary

An ICE officer in Minnesota, Gregory Donnell Morgan Junior, is facing two counts of second-degree assault for allegedly pulling his gun on drivers during a highway stop. The incident occurred on February 5th while Morgan was driving on the shoulder to avoid traffic in an unmarked SUV. This is the first time a federal agent faces criminal charges from the Trump administrations Operation Metro Surge crackdown.

Prosecutors claim Morgan slowed his rental vehicle to match the other car that tried to block him, then aimed his duty weapon at the driver and passenger. The drivers felt threatened and called 911. Morgan later told investigators he feared for his safety after they swerved back into traffic.

The incident occurred amidst backlash from the immigration push, which followed federal agents fatally shooting two US citizens, Renee Good and Alex Pretti, in January. This sparked nationwide protests, and another man, Julio Sosa-Celis, was shot in the leg during an ICE encounter.

Newly released video contradicts Morgans story, showing he drew his weapon first without the claimed provocation. Hennepin County prosecutor Mary Moriarty dropped the charges, stating its a significant step towards holding agents accountable for community harm.

A nationwide warrant is out for Morgans arrest as investigations into the other shootings and incidents continue. Accountability is gaining momentum in the Twin Cities.

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