The American Federation of Musicians of the US & Canada is outraged and heartbroken by the senseless violence and growing atmosphere of fear gripping the city of Minneapolis. Our hearts go out to the families of Renee Nicole Good, a young mother and poet whose life was tragically cut short, and Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a dedicated nurse and fellow union member who was killed while serving his community.

These are not just isolated incidents; they are the devastating consequences of a federal operation that has prioritized aggressive force over residents’ safety and civil liberties.

We stand in solidarity with protestors exercising their First Amendment rights to demand justice and transparency. The outcry is not contained to the Twin Cities—throughout the entire country, Americans are peacefully and powerfully demanding an end to this chaos.

The American Federation of Musicians of the US & Canada joins the broader labor movement and local leaders in demanding a comprehensive and transparent investigation into the killings of Renee Good, Alex Pretti, and all individuals who have died in ICE custody, to ensure full accountability.

– Tino Gagliardi, AFM International President