On January 8, 2026, over 1,000 individuals gathered outside Philadelphia City Hall to protest the shooting death of Renee Nicole Good, 37, by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer in Minneapolis. This incident occurred near the site of George Floyd's death in 2020, underscoring ongoing concerns regarding police and state violence.

Protesters expressed outrage over the use of force in Good's shooting and the broader implications of ICE's operations in the Philadelphia area. Since January 2025, there have been reports of increased ICE activity, leading to heightened tensions and protests against local law enforcement's collaboration with federal immigration authorities.

Erika Guadalupe Núñez, executive director of the immigrants' rights organization Juntos, characterized the shooting as an example of "state-sanctioned violence" and emphasized that it is part of a larger pattern of abuse. She cited troubling reports from the Moshannon Valley Processing Center, where at least three deaths were recorded last year, contributing to a total of 32 deaths attributed to ICE's actions and facilities.

Video footage of the incident shows multiple ICE officers surrounding Good's vehicle, with one officer firing shots as she attempted to drive away. The U.S. attorney's office has restricted the state’s investigations agency from participating in the inquiry, which will now be led solely by the FBI.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem described Good's actions as a "domestic act of terrorism," claiming she blocked federal officers and refused to exit her vehicle. In contrast, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey criticized this narrative, asserting that the shooting was unjustified and calling for the removal of ICE from the city, citing the agency's role in disrupting families and communities.

Núñez further argued that ICE's actions do not enhance community safety but rather inflict harm, particularly on marginalized groups. The protest included speeches from various community leaders, including Pastor Jay Bergen, who condemned the violence used by state actors against individuals documenting abuses.

In related developments, Philadelphia Sheriff Rochelle Bilal publicly criticized ICE, describing the agency as "fake, made-up law enforcement" and announcing intentions to arrest any ICE agents who commit crimes within the city. District Attorney Larry Krasner supported this position, asserting that law enforcement officials who violate the law in Philadelphia will be prosecuted.

Additionally, Avelo Airlines announced it would cease deportation flights following public backlash, and Delaware lawmakers are pursuing legislation to withdraw state incentives from companies involved in deportation efforts under the previous administration. These actions reflect a growing resistance to federal immigration enforcement practices and the impact on local communities.