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Gary Peters: “Requiring proper investigations after tragedies occur, like…”

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Peters Condemns Fatal Shootings in Minneapolis, Calls for Commonsense Reforms to DHS

Published January 28, 2026 | Video Starts at 05:11

Requiring DHS personnel to wear body cameras so that we have proper recordings of their conduct in immigration enforcement and, Mr. President, Requiring proper investigations after tragedies occur, like the recent shootings of both Renee Goode and Alex Preedy. These are just a few examples of common sense practices that strengthen accountability and help ensure the safety of both law enforcement and our communities. (05:11–05:20)

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Asserts the need for proper investigations after incidents like the shootings of Renee Goode and Alex Preedy.

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