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Renee Nicole Good's fatal shooting by an ICE officer has sparked national outrage and dueling narratives about what led to the gunfire. Follow live updates after an ICE officer fatally shot 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good in Minnesota, sparking national outrage.
Minnesota Sen. Tina Smith condemned the removal of local authorities from the FBI's probe in Minneapolis and expressed concern over the future of the investigation. She stated that Renee Good was called a 'domestic terrorist' before her name was even known, questioning the fairness of the investigation. Smith and Sen. Amy Klobuchar sent a letter advocating for local law enforcement involvement and urged Republicans to call for oversight hearings of DHS training and practices.
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty asserted that the ICE officer who fatally shot a woman on Wednesday does not possess 'complete immunity' from state and local charges. This statement directly refutes Vice President JD Vance's claim that the agent, Jonathan Ross, is 'protected by absolute immunity.' Moriarty confirmed that county and state prosecutors have jurisdiction over the case and could potentially bring charges.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has appealed to the public for video evidence of Wednesday's shooting, following federal officials' decision to exclude state authorities from their investigation. Ellison expressed concern about the truth, stating, 'There may be people who were on the scene, who have who saw what happened, who have some type of evidence that they feel bears on what the truth is in this case.' He noted that the federal investigation is proceeding 'without state involvement.'
The Minnesota Timberwolves observed a moment of silence for Renee Nicole Good, the woman fatally shot by an ICE officer, before their home game in Minneapolis. An image of her memorial was displayed on the scoreboard as lights dimmed. Following the silence, some spectators voiced condemnation of ICE's presence. Coach Chris Finch extended condolences to those affected by the incident.
U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith urged the Justice Department to include local Minnesota authorities in the investigation of Renee Nicole Good's death. Their letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi emphasized the need for a 'thorough, objective, and impartial investigation' and 'full cooperation with state investigators and local authorities' to ensure trust and transparency.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey stated that 50% of the shootings in the city this year were attributed to ICE. He highlighted that out of two total shootings, one involved ICE. Frey declared, 'We are a safe city,' and accused ICE of making the city 'less so.'
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey challenged claims that the ICE officer, Jonathan Ross, who fatally shot Renee Nicole Good, sustained significant injuries. He countered Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's statement about the officer being hospitalized, humorously remarking the hip injury might have been from 'closing a refrigerator door' and that the officer 'walked out of there with a hop in his step.'
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey defended his use of an expletive earlier in the week, when he told ICE to 'get the f--- out of Minneapolis.' He questioned what was 'more inflammatory,' an 'F-bomb' or 'They killed somebody,' concluding with the latter. Frey reiterated his support for all his prior comments, including dismissing the Trump administration's self-defense claim as 'bulls---.'
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey criticized Vice President JD Vance's assertion that the ICE officer who killed Renee Nicole Good is 'protected by absolute immunity.' Frey found Vance's comments 'pretty bizarre' and legally incorrect, stating that absolute immunity from crimes for federal employees is not true in any law school. He expressed a lack of trust in official narratives regarding the incident.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey called upon the Trump administration to allow local officials to participate in the federal investigation of Wednesday's shooting. He expressed deep concern over the Justice Department and the presidential administration prematurely concluding facts, stating, 'This is not a time to hide from the facts.' Frey emphasized the importance of transparency and local expertise for justice and truth, warning that excluding local officials 'further undermines trust in government.'
The Department of Homeland Security identified two individuals shot in Portland as 'suspected Tren de Aragua gang associates' via a post on X. Luis David Nico Moncada, the driver, allegedly entered the U.S. illegally in 2022 and was released by the Biden administration. The passenger, Yorlenys Betzabeth Zambrano-Contreras, was linked to a prostitution ring and entered the U.S. in 2023. The shooting occurred during a vehicle stop where the driver reportedly attempted to run over agents.
Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek attributed the Portland shooting involving federal agents to the Trump administration's 'reckless' agenda. She called for transparency and accountability regarding the incident, suggesting the events were 'instigated' by federal policies.
Approximately 1,000 protesters marched in south Minneapolis in freezing rain towards the site where Renee Nicole Good was fatally shot by an ICE officer. The peaceful, emotional crowd chanted 'Say Her Name! Renee Nicole Good!' and 'Money for jobs and education, not for cops and deportation.' Locals expressed feeling unsafe and attacked. Earlier, protesters at the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building were met with federal officers who fired tear gas.
Protests are ongoing across the U.S. in response to two federal agent shootings this week, particularly the fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis. The ICE officer involved, Jonathan Ross, was previously dragged by a car in another ICE operation. Crowds are gathering in various cities to demonstrate against ICE enforcement operations.
Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield announced a formal investigation into the shooting of two people by border patrol agents in Portland. The probe will assess whether federal agents acted beyond their lawful authority, with findings potentially leading to prosecution. Rayfield emphasized ensuring the 'rights and security of Oregonians' are protected.
Protests erupted in Portland overnight after federal agents shot two individuals during a traffic stop. A border patrol agent shot one man in the arm and a woman in the chest; both were hospitalized. The Department of Homeland Security alleges the individuals were members of the Tren de Aragua gang. Portland Mayor Keith Wilson has called for a halt to ICE operations pending an investigation.
Jennifer Ferguson, a former neighbor of Renee Nicole Good, described Good and her partner as quiet homebodies, not activists. She called Good's death 'senseless' and expressed hope for no further violence. Ferguson observed that the couple did not display political affiliations and had planned to move to Canada after the election results, indicating a perceived twisting of the narrative surrounding Good's death.
Hours after Renee Nicole Good's fatal shooting in Minneapolis, U.S. Border Patrol agents clashed with teachers and protesters at Roosevelt High School, less than 3 miles away. The Department of Homeland Security stated agents pursued a suspect to the school and were attacked by a teacher. Witnesses described a chaotic scene involving agents, students, school staff, and community members.
An eyewitness named Betsy stated that no immigration officers were in front of Renee Nicole Good's car when shots were fired in Minneapolis. She recounted seeing Good attempt to move her car away from a cluster of vehicles and agents. According to Betsy, the agents who fired were standing next to the vehicle, not in front of it. After the shooting, Good's car crashed near Betsy, who became 'really scared' when federal agents approached with firearms.
Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser commented on the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis, calling it 'completely avoidable.' Speaking at a Q&A session, Bowser suggested that if communities do not want ICE officers present, funding for ICE should cease. She viewed the incident as a reflection of federal agents, 'unaccustomed to urban policing, trying to police in an urban environment.'
Dozens of people gathered in freezing rain at a makeshift memorial for Renee Nicole Good, 37, who was fatally shot by an ICE officer in Minneapolis. The memorial, marked by flowers and candles, featured signs like 'ICE Is Mafia.' Attendees expressed shock and terror, with one resident, Tim Ross, noting the traumatic impact on the community. Amalia Perrier, 23, emphasized showing support for the immigrant community amid increased enforcement operations.
Amanda Gorman, the youngest inaugural poet for Joe Biden in 2021, penned a poem titled 'For Renee Nicole Good' in response to the woman's fatal shooting by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. Gorman shared the poem on social media, expressing horror at 'the ongoing violence that ICE wages upon our community' and condemning the 'discrimination and brutality on an unconscionable scale' witnessed across the country.
Images capture protesters in Minnesota taking to the streets after Renee Nicole Good was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent. Photographs depict clashes with law enforcement outside an ICE facility and demonstrations at the shooting site, where a portrait of Good was pasted to a light pole and rallies were held.
Portland Police arrested six individuals during an overnight protest near an ICE facility. Police asked protesters to move to the sidewalk before making arrests on suspicion of second-degree disorderly conduct. These arrests followed a separate incident where two people were shot by a Border Patrol agent, increasing tensions related to federal immigration enforcement and the fatal ICE shooting in Minnesota.
Hundreds of protesters marched in Minneapolis in freezing rain to the site where a woman was fatally shot by ICE, chanting 'Say Her Name! Renee Nicole Good!' and advocating against police and deportation. A 46-year-old protester named Caroline stated, 'It’s obviously not safe here. They are attacking our neighbors,' emphasizing community protection.
Eyewitness videos of the fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis contradict President Donald Trump's account that Renee Nicole Good 'violently, willfully and viciously ran over the ICE Officer.' Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem also accused Good of domestic terrorism. However, videos show the officer's legs were to the side of the SUV as it moved, and he walked away unassisted, receiving hospital treatment afterwards.
Portland Mayor Keith Wilson has called for a suspension of ICE operations in the city. This demand comes pending an investigation into the shooting of two individuals by federal agents within the city, highlighting local concern over federal enforcement actions.
Comedian John Mulaney announced the postponement of his Minneapolis shows scheduled for the weekend, citing the recent fatal shooting of a woman by an ICE agent. He explained his discomfort with asking thousands to gather in an 'unsafe' city during a 'heartbreaking' time, stating it felt 'unfair to the audience.' Tickets will be honored for rescheduled dates in April.