Anti-ICE protests held nationwide after killing of Renee Good


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Protests across America

More than 1,000 protests against ICE were held in numerous cities this weekend.

'ICE out for Good'

The protests were sparked by the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent on Jan.7

DHS sending more agents to Minnesota

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem said the federal government is sending "hundreds more" agents to Minnesota on Sunday and Monday.


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Nationwide protests were held calling to get “ICE out for Good” on Saturday and Sunday. There were more than 1,000 events scheduled nationwide.

These protests were led by groups such as Indivisible, MoveOn Civic Action, the American Civil Liberties Union, Voto Latino, United We Dream, 50501, the Disappeared in America Campaign of the Not Above the Law coalition and others. They come in response to the death of Renee Good, a 37-year-old Minneapolis woman who was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer on Jan. 7.

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Federal officials said the woman tried to “run over” agents in an “attempt to kill them.” But local officials and witnesses at the scene said she was no threat to the agents and the shooting was unjustified.

Indivisible noted in a statement that there have been other instances of ICE shootings. An ICE agent shot and killed Silverio Villegas González, in Franklin Park, Illinois in September. On New Year’s Eve, Keith Porter of Los Angeles, California, was fatally shot by an off-duty ICE agent.

Indivisible also pointed out that more than 30 people have died in ICE detention.

“Renee Nicole Good was a wife, a mother of three, and a member of her community. She, and the dozens of other sons, daughters, friends, siblings, parents, and community members who have been killed by ICE, should be alive today,” Leah Greenberg, co-executive director of Indivisible, said in a statement before the protests. “ICE’s violence is not a statistic, it has names, families, and futures attached to it, and we refuse to look away or stay silent.”

There have been other protests and vigils in the days since Good’s death as well.

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem told Fox News host Maria Bartiromo that the federal government is sending “hundreds more” agents to Minnesota on Sunday and Monday.

“If they conduct violent activities against law enforcement, if they impede our operations, that’s a crime, and we will hold them accountable to those consequences,” Noem said.

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Why this story matters

Nationwide protests following the fatal shooting of Renee Good by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer highlight ongoing concerns over immigration enforcement, public accountability and community relations with law enforcement agencies.

Law enforcement accountability

Public demonstrations were sparked by conflicting accounts of the fatal shooting, with protesters and advocacy groups raising concerns about the justification and transparency of ICE actions.

Immigration enforcement

The protests bring renewed scrutiny to U.S. immigration policy and ICE’s role, with advocacy groups calling attention to previous incidents involving use of force and deaths in detention.

Community response

A coalition of national organizations and local leaders mobilized widespread protests, reflecting broader public debate over the role of law enforcement and the impact of federal immigration operations on local communities.

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Behind the numbers

A YouGov poll conducted after Renee Good’s death found 51% of Americans said ICE tactics were too forceful and 44% approved of recent anti-ICE protests. Over 1,000 protests nationwide were planned and a GoFundMe for Good’s family raised more than $1.5 million.

Community reaction

Local communities held vigils and marches honoring Renee Good and demanding accountability, with organizations mobilizing rapidly nationwide. Many local leaders, faith groups and residents expressed fear, outrage and calls for justice, emphasizing solidarity and protection for neighbors.

Context corner

The protests echo responses to previous high-profile killings by law enforcement and are shaped by ICE’s increased role in immigration enforcement under recent federal policies. The presence of federal agents and heightened tactics have amplified tension in communities with large immigrant populations.

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Bias comparison

  • Media outlets on the left frame the incident as a "killing" or "murder" of a "victim," emphasizing systemic issues with ICE through terms like "unlawful act" and "corrupt government," highlighting Good's identity and video analysis showing her "steering away."
  • Media outlets in the center neutrally describe "fatal shooting" and "protests" sparking "political tensions," noting Good's wife speaking out and the White House reposting video.
  • Media outlets on the right focus on Good "blocking street" or her vehicle being "positioned perpendicular," framing the event within "The Culture War" and criticizing political figures for blaming "Trump 'Escalation'" while "leaving aside particulars."

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Key points from the Left

  • Renee Good was shot and killed by an ICE officer in Minneapolis after she attempted to drive away, prompting widespread outrage and protests across the U.S.
  • Democratic leaders, including Hakeem Jeffries, described the situation as a disgrace and called for a strong response, while some suggested changes to prevent future incidents.
  • Protests erupted nationwide following Good's death, with calls for accountability for ICE agents and policy changes.

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Key points from the Center

  • On Jan. 7, ICE removal officer Jonathan Ross fatally shot Renee Nicole Good, 37, during an immigration enforcement action in south Minneapolis, sparking a $1.5 million GoFundMe for her family.
  • Amid expanding deployments, federal immigration operations have increased across U.S. cities with about 22,000 federal agents and over 10,000 new ICE agents expected in the coming months.
  • Amid competing accounts, Good's supporters and independent observers said she was turning away from officers, while Homeland Security officials said agents were targeted; Minnesota prosecutors opened an evidence portal amid calls for review.

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Key points from the Right

  • Renee Nicole Good was shot and killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis, prompting protests against federal immigration actions nationwide.
  • Approximately 300 protesters gathered outside the Norfolk Federal Building to honor Renee Nicole Good and oppose ICE's policies.
  • Protesters called for accountability from lawmakers and proposed immediate legislation to address federal agent actions, highlighting concerns regarding immigration policies under President Trump.

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