A fatal shooting occurred in Minneapolis when a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent shot and killed a 37-year-old woman in what federal officials deemed an act of self-defense. However, the city’s mayor criticized the shooting as reckless and unnecessary, leading to protests and a large vigil in memory of the victim.
The victim, Renee Nicole Macklin Good, was fatally shot in a snowy residential neighborhood in front of a family member. Mayor Jacob Frey condemned the federal deployment of over 2,000 officers in the city, describing their actions as causing chaos and distrust rather than ensuring safety.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem labeled the incident as an act of domestic terrorism, claiming the woman attempted to run over ICE agents, leading to the defensive shooting. President Donald Trump supported ICE’s actions, while Governor Tim Walz expressed that further federal intervention was not needed.
The shooting, captured on video, showed the events leading up to the fatal moment, where ICE agents fired at close range at the woman’s vehicle. The incident sparked outrage and calls for peaceful protests, with concerns raised about the use of force by federal officers.
The shooting marked the fifth death linked to immigration crackdowns in Minneapolis, as part of an enforcement operation involving thousands of agents. The community expressed anger and demanded the removal of ICE from the city, emphasizing the need for peaceful demonstrations amid escalating tensions.
Protests and criticisms against the federal intervention intensified, with bystanders expressing their disapproval and calling for accountability in the aftermath of the tragic incident. The community mobilized to monitor enforcement actions and advocate for justice in the face of heightened tensions.