Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey deemed the government's allegation that the woman was attacking federal agents "bullshit," and called on ICE officers conducting a second day of mass raids to leave Minneapolis. People demonstrate against ICE during a vigil honoring a woman who was shot and killed by an immigration officer on January 7 in Minneapolis on January 7, 2026. AFP
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Firstpost12-01-2026, 08:43

Nationwide Outrage: Protests Erupt Across US Cities After ICE Killing

  • Protests swept across US cities after an ICE agent killed Renee Good, a 37-year-old mother of three, in Minneapolis.
  • Demonstrators demanded justice for Good and called for federal immigration authorities to leave their communities.
  • Minneapolis became the focal point, with thousands gathering to protest federal tactics amid President Trump’s immigration crackdown.
  • Over 1,000 demonstrations were planned nationwide by the "ICE out for good" coalition, citing "escalation of ICE violence."
  • DHS Secretary Kristi Noem announced more Customs and Border Patrol officers for Minneapolis, while Mayor Jacob Frey called for an unbiased investigation.

Why It Matters: The killing of Renee Good by an ICE agent sparked widespread protests and calls for accountability across the US.

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