Imagine your heart sinking when you hear that crucial evidence in the investigation of Alex Pretti's shooting is being withheld. The Virginia nurse and veteran was fatally shot by federal immigration officers last week.

The details are harrowing: On a chilly Tuesday evening, while heading home from work at VA Medical Center, Alex was confronted by unidentified individuals near their residence. A shootout ensued before the assailants fled in a vehicle.

Local law enforcement swiftly arrived and secured the scene. But when it became clear federal agents were involved, state officials called for an unbiased probe into the incident. Governor Tim Walz echoed these sentiments during his press briefing.

This isn’t isolated. It’s part of a broader pattern where the FBI is reluctant to share information that could lead to accountability in cases involving federal law enforcement and civilians.

What concerns me most is not just this shooting but what it means for our neighborhoods and families across America. If federal agencies won't cooperate with local investigators, how can we ensure justice?

The fear is palpable: imagine if something like this happened near a school in your community. The thought keeps me up at night.

So much of the FBI’s response has been to deflect and delay. They’ve refused to share critical details that could help us understand what led to Alex's tragic death. It feels like they are trying to shield someone from scrutiny.

In these moments, I think about all our children and the world we're leaving them. What kind of America do we want? One where federal agents can act with impunity?

Every parent deserves to know what’s really happening here. The lack of transparency is frightening. It’s time for us to demand answers.

Please share this with every parent you know.