Senator Rick Scott Calls for Transparent Investigation Into Use of Force

Senator Rick Scott addressed ongoing tensions following the fatal shooting of Minneapolis ICU nurse Alex Pretti by federal agents, emphasizing that Americans have a right to protest but not to interfere with law enforcement. Scott called the loss of life “devastating” and urged local leaders in Minnesota to support law enforcement rather than encourage confrontation. He said deadly force should be treated as an exception and highlighted the importance of independent investigations into officer-involved shootings to build public trust. Scott referenced practices used in Florida, where separate agencies investigate such incidents, and stressed the need to release facts daily during inquiries.