On January 7, 2026, a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis during an operation that has drawn widespread criticism. The incident occurred amid a surge in immigration enforcement under the Trump administration, which has faced scrutiny for its aggressive tactics. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey publicly disputed the federal government's claim that the agent acted in self-defense, asserting that video evidence contradicted this narrative. He expressed frustration with the federal immigration presence in the city, urging ICE to withdraw.

The shooting prompted hundreds of protesters to gather near the scene, where they were met by heavily armed federal agents who deployed chemical irritants. Tricia McLaughlin, a spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security, characterized the incident as a response to a "violent rioter" attempting to run over ICE officers, framing the agent's actions as life-saving. However, video footage shared on social media raised questions about the official account, showing the vehicle moving in a manner that did not appear to threaten the officers.

Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota also rejected the federal narrative, attributing the incident to the reckless governance of the Trump administration, which he claimed fosters fear and conflict. He indicated that the National Guard was on alert for potential deployment in response to the unrest.

Mayor Frey and Representative Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) have both condemned the shooting, with Omar describing it as "unconscionable and reprehensible." She criticized the actions of ICE, calling for a comprehensive investigation and legal accountability for the agency involved. Omar has previously accused the Department of Homeland Security of misrepresenting the circumstances of the shooting, disputing claims that Good had attempted to harm an ICE agent with her vehicle.

The incident marks the first fatality during ongoing ICE operations in the Twin Cities, which have seen the deployment of over 2,000 federal agents in recent weeks. This operation has been characterized by local leaders as part of a broader pattern of violence associated with immigration enforcement under the Trump administration, which has seen multiple similar shootings during operations aimed at cracking down on illegal immigration. The Department of Homeland Security has described its current operation in Minnesota as the largest in its history, particularly targeting immigrant populations, including Somali communities.

Witnesses to the shooting expressed anger and helplessness, highlighting the growing tensions surrounding federal immigration enforcement in urban areas. The incident has reignited discussions about the implications of militarized responses to immigration issues and the impact on local communities.