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Georgia senators clash over Minneapolis killing; Democrats press resolution to affirm protest rights
Summary
A heated floor debate in the Georgia State Senate over the killing of a Minneapolis protester by federal agents produced sharp exchanges Tuesday as Democrats called for immediate action on SR 605 to affirm civil‑liberties protections and Republicans warned against rhetoric that could endanger law enforcement.
Atlanta — Senators engaged in a sustained floor confrontation over the weekend killing of a 37‑year‑old protester during a federal immigration operation, with Democrats urging the immediate passage or a hearing on Senate Resolution 605 and several Republicans and law‑enforcement allies warning that inflammatory language raises safety risks for officers.
Senator (16th District) opened the line of remarks recounting the Minnesota incident and urged colleagues to “Pass SR 605 now,” framing the resolution as a reaffirmation of rights to protest and to constitutional protections. Democrats across the chamber described the victim — variously identified in remarks as Alex Pretti/Priddy/Preddy —…
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