Source: Fortune
Summary
Federal agents shot and killed 37-year-old Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, marking the second deadly incident involving federal officers this month. The shooting has prompted backlash from the tech community, particularly against the Trump administration’s immigration policies. Prominent tech figures, including a16z’s John O’Farrell and Meta’s Yann LeCun, have publicly criticized the actions of the Border Patrol. Many leaders expressed dismay over the government’s use of force, highlighting a growing discontent within the sector regarding federal violence and immigration enforcement.
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The announcement sounds familiar.
Tech leaders are grappling with federal agents’ violent actions and the implications for their industry. John O’Farrell questions the ethics of collaborating with the current administration, while others denounce the use of force against civilians. As their usual optimism falters, the sector faces a reckoning with its political choices.
It’s hard to pivot from crypto to crisis management when the stakes rise so dramatically.
Author: Evan Null
