POLITICAL VIOLENCE: Alex Pretti's parents begged him not to 'engage' with federal officers, but he was insistent. Now classified a domestic terrorist, Pretti brought a military style pistol with optics and between 30 and 51 rounds. He came expecting a firefight at distance. If he were merely carrying for self-protection he wouldn't have had that many rounds on him - it is clear he was prepared to kill as many officers as possible. He didn't bring his permit or ID (it is illegal to carry in MN without both).