Milwaukee, Wis. — Democratic candidate for Governor Joel Brennan today criticized Wisconsin Congressman Tom Tiffany for his failure to act following the killing of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis over the weekend. Congressman Tiffany, who sits on the House Judiciary Committee, has publicly acknowledged that he has not reviewed available footage of the incident widely available to the American public.
“It says a lot about Tom Tiffany that he’s refused to watch what happened to Alex Pretti, and worse that he’s gone ahead and blamed everyone except the federal agents responsible,” said Brennan. “It doesn’t matter what political party you belong to or what elected office you’re running for, we have a responsibility to stand up for what’s right and what’s wrong. If you can’t do that, you certainly aren’t up for the job of leading Wisconsin.
“As governor, I won’t stay silent when the lives and constitutional rights of our citizens are at stake,” Brennan said. “I believe in public safety, civil liberties, and a government that works for the people. That means demanding answers, not excuses, and action instead of indifference.”
About Joel Brennan
Joel Brennan is a Democratic candidate for Governor of Wisconsin in the 2026 election. As Wisconsin’s former top appointed cabinet official and a leader in Milwaukee’s business and nonprofit community, he has spent his career in public service working with government, community leaders, and businesses to strengthen communities, uphold democratic values, and ensure government works for the people it serves. Brennan is running for governor to provide accountable leadership and to ensure Wisconsin families have a voice in the decisions that affect their lives. For more information, visit www.BrennanforWI.com.
