Fatal ICE Shooting in Minneapolis: Renee Nicole Good Killed as Video Evidence Contradicts Federal Claims
Mother of three shot by federal agent sparks national outrage, investigation controversy, and debate over Trump administration immigration enforcement
Updated: January 10, 2026 | Minneapolis, Minnesota
Breaking: 399 Milliseconds Between Shots as Frame-by-Frame Analysis Challenges Self-Defense Claim
MINNEAPOLIS — The fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent Jonathan Ross has ignited a national firestorm, with video analysis and eyewitness accounts directly contradicting federal officials’ claims that the 37-year-old mother of three attempted to run over law enforcement officers.
Good, a U.S. citizen, poet, and Minneapolis resident, was shot three times Wednesday morning, January 7, near East 34th Street and Portland Avenue in south Minneapolis during what federal authorities described as the “largest DHS operation ever” — a massive 2,000-agent deployment to the Twin Cities area.
An ABC News frame-by-frame analysis reveals just 399 milliseconds elapsed between the first and second shots, with 299 milliseconds between the second and third. The entire deadly encounter—from Good’s Honda Pilot beginning to move forward to the final shot—took less than one second.
Video footage shows Good’s vehicle wheels turning right, away from where Ross was standing, as he fired through the windshield. Ross remained upright throughout the shooting and walked away from Good’s crashed vehicle showing no visible signs of injury.
“Having seen the video myself, I want to tell everybody directly that is bullshit,” Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey stated bluntly at a Wednesday press conference, referring to ICE’s self-defense claim. “To ICE, get the fuck out of Minneapolis.”
Who Was Renee Nicole Good?
Renee Nicole Macklin Good was a 37-year-old U.S. citizen, devoted Christian, award-winning poet, and mother of three children—ages 15, 12, and 6. She lived in south Minneapolis with her wife and youngest child, less than a mile from where George Floyd was killed by police in 2020.
A Life of Compassion and Creativity
“She was one of the kindest people I’ve ever known,” her mother, Donna Ganger, told the Minnesota Star Tribune. “She was extremely compassionate. She’s taken care of people all her life. She was loving, forgiving and affectionate. She was an amazing human being.”
Good graduated from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, in 2020 with a degree in English and creative writing. She won the Academy of American Poets Prize from Old Dominion in 2020 for her poem “On Learning to Dissect Fetal Pigs.”
Originally from Colorado Springs, Colorado, Good had moved to Minneapolis relatively recently with her wife and six-year-old son. She had been married twice before. Her second husband died in 2023 at age 36.
What She Was Doing That Morning
According to her ex-husband, Good had just dropped her son off at school and was returning home “when they came upon a group of ICE agents.”
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara confirmed there was “nothing to indicate that this woman was the target of any law enforcement investigation.” She appeared to be “in her car and it appears then blocking the street because of the presence of federal law enforcement.”
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison told NPR’s Morning Edition that Good was “a compassionate neighbor trying to be a legal observer on behalf of her immigrant neighbors. That’s what she was doing at the moment of her death.”
However, Good’s ex-husband and mother both stated she was not an activist and was not involved with protests challenging ICE activities.
What Happened: Timeline of the Fatal Shooting
9:34 AM – The Encounter Begins
Good’s maroon Honda Pilot was stopped sideways on Portland Avenue, blocking one lane. Video shows she had been in this position for approximately three minutes, repeatedly waving for ICE vehicles to pass by her.
An ICE vehicle had reportedly become stuck in a snowbank, causing agents to gather in the area. Community members who had been monitoring federal enforcement activity for weeks began arriving at the scene, with some blowing whistles to alert neighbors.
9:37 AM – Conflicting Orders
Four ICE agents from two vehicles approached Good’s Honda Pilot. Eyewitnesses report agents issued contradictory commands:
- One agent told Good to leave the scene
- Another agent ordered her to get out of the car
- A third agent reached for her door handle
“ICE gave her orders to leave, while at the same time, another ICE person said, ‘Get out of the car,’ and he reached for her door handle,” eyewitness Caitlin Callenson explained. “And then there was an ICE agent in front of her vehicle. So it was difficult for her to leave, as she’d been ordered to do.”
9:37:13 AM – First Shot Fired
As Good’s Honda Pilot began moving forward with wheels turning right (away from where Ross was standing), ICE agent Jonathan Ross pulled his gun and fired the first shot through the front windshield.
ABC News metadata analysis pinpoints the exact timing:
- First shot: 9:37:13.000 AM
- Second shot: 9:37:13.399 AM (399 milliseconds later)
- Third shot: 9:37:13.698 AM (299 milliseconds after second shot)
Total shooting duration: Less than one second.
Immediately After – The Crash
Three seconds after the shooting, Good’s Honda Pilot crashed into a parked car on Portland Avenue, then came to rest against a tree.
Video shows Ross walking away from the crashed vehicle, upright and showing no visible injuries. Despite federal claims that he was struck by the vehicle and required hospitalization, eyewitness footage contradicts this narrative.
15-Minute Delay for Medical Aid
No medical aid was provided for approximately 15 minutes after the shooting. When first responders arrived, their vehicles couldn’t access the scene due to ICE vehicles blocking the street. Paramedics had to proceed on foot.
Eyewitness Emily Heller reported that a neighbor who identified himself as a doctor attempted to provide aid but was told by ICE agents to stand back.
Good was eventually transported to Hennepin County Medical Center, where she was pronounced dead from multiple gunshot wounds to the head.
The ICE Agent: Jonathan Ross
The Minnesota Star Tribune first identified the shooter as Jonathan Ross, 43, a deportation officer based out of ICE’s St. Paul field office. Ross has been with the agency since at least 2015 and previously served in the Border Patrol starting in 2002.
Extensive Law Enforcement Background
According to court testimony from an unrelated case last month, Ross described his extensive credentials:
- ICE deportation officer since 2015
- Fugitive operations team leader
- FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force member
- Firearms instructor
- Active shooter instructor
- Field intelligence officer
- SWAT team member
- Iraq War veteran (Indiana Army National Guard, 2002-2008)
Ross was assigned to ICE’s Enforcement and Removal Operations Special Response Team (ERO SRT), an elite unit requiring a 30-hour tryout and specialized training in breaching techniques, perimeter control, hostage rescue, and advanced firearms training.
June 2025 Incident: Dragged by Vehicle
On June 17, 2025, Ross was seriously injured during an arrest attempt in Bloomington, Minnesota. While trying to apprehend Roberto Carlos Munoz-Guatemala, a convicted sex offender, Ross smashed a car window and reached inside to unlock the door.
Munoz-Guatemala accelerated, dragging Ross approximately 50 yards (some reports say 300 feet). Ross fired his Taser twice during the incident before being thrown from the vehicle.
He sustained multiple injuries requiring 33 stitches:
- 20 stitches for a deep cut in his right arm
- 13 stitches in his left hand
- Multiple cuts and abrasions to his knee, elbow, and face
An FBI agent applied a tourniquet before Ross was transported to a hospital. Munoz-Guatemala was later convicted and the jury found he “should reasonably have known that Jonathan Ross was a law enforcement officer.”
Federal officials, including Vice President JD Vance, have cited this June incident as context for Ross’s actions Wednesday.
“That very ICE officer nearly had his life ended six months ago,” Vance said Thursday. “You think maybe he’s a little bit sensitive about somebody ramming him?”
Eyewitness Accounts Contradict Federal Narrative
Multiple witnesses have provided detailed accounts that sharply differ from the federal government’s characterization of events.
“She Posed Absolutely No Threat”
Betsy, a neighborhood resident who witnessed the shooting, told MPR News that Good “posed absolutely no threat to any of these agents.”
Point-Blank Shooting Described
Emily Heller, who lives near the scene, provided a graphic account:
“She was trying to turn around, and the ICE agent was in front of her car, and he pulled out a gun and put it right in — like, his midriff was on her bumper — and he reached across the hood of the car and shot her in the face like three, four times.”
Conflicting Commands Created Fatal Confusion
Caitlin Callenson described the chaos:
“The person was grabbing her door handle, the ICE officer who was in front of her vehicle shot once from the front and twice from the side, hitting her maybe three feet away at the max.”
Callenson said Good turned her steering wheel to the right when shots were fired, consistent with video evidence showing the vehicle moving away from where Ross stood.
Community Context: “Terrorized for Six Weeks”
“People in our neighborhood have been terrorized by ICE for six weeks,” Callenson explained. “We want our neighbors safe, and so when we see a group of ICE vehicles, people in the community are showing up and saying, ‘This is not OK.'”
Federal Officials’ Claims vs. Video Evidence
What Federal Officials Say
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem (Wednesday press conference):
- Good “weaponized her vehicle”
- She “attempted to run over” ICE officers
- The shooting was “an act of domestic terrorism”
- Ross was struck by the vehicle and hospitalized
- Ross acted according to his training
President Donald Trump (Truth Social post):
- Good was “very disorderly, obstructing and resisting”
- She “violently, willfully, and viciously ran over the ICE Officer”
- “It is hard to believe he is alive”
Vice President JD Vance (Thursday White House remarks):
- The officer “deserves a debt of gratitude”
- He was acting in self-defense
- He’s “sensitive” about being struck by vehicles after the June incident
DHS spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin:
- Called Good a “violent rioter”
- Described protesters as engaging in “domestic terrorism”
- Said multiple ICE officers were injured
What Video Evidence Shows
Multiple videos analyzed by ABC News, The Guardian, NBC News, and other outlets reveal:
- Good’s vehicle wheels turned RIGHT — away from where Ross was standing
- Ross remained upright throughout the shooting
- Ross walked away from the crashed vehicle showing no visible injuries
- No evidence Ross was struck by the vehicle before firing
- Three shots in less than one second — 399 milliseconds between first two shots
- Good’s vehicle only accelerated after the driver had been shot
- No other officers appeared injured in any footage
The Guardian reported there were “no visible signs in the videos” of injuries to ICE officers in the incident.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara said when he arrived at the scene, he was told “only the woman” was injured.
Minnesota Officials Condemn Federal Account
Mayor Jacob Frey: “Get the F*** Out of Minneapolis”
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey didn’t mince words at Wednesday’s press conference:
“Having seen the video myself, I want to tell everybody directly that is bullshit. To ICE, get the fuck out of Minneapolis.”
Frey stated the federal presence is “causing chaos in our city and making our community less safe.”
On Thursday, Frey defended his profanity: “I dropped an F-bomb. They killed somebody.”
Governor Tim Walz: “Verifiably False” Federal Claims
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz characterized the incident as “the consequences of governance designed to generate fear, headlines and conflict.”
“I’ve seen the video. Don’t believe this propaganda machine,” Walz wrote on social media. “The state will ensure there is a full, fair, and expeditious investigation to ensure accountability and justice.”
At a Thursday press conference, Walz was more direct:
“People in positions of power have already passed judgment, from the president to the vice president, to Kristi Noem … [they] have stood and told you things that are verifiably false, verifiably inaccurate.”
Walz proclaimed Friday, January 9, as a “Day of Unity” to honor Good’s memory.
“Renee Nicole Good was a loving mother, partner, daughter, and neighbor whose life was defined by compassion, creativity, and care for others,” Walz said in a statement. “While we cannot bring back Renee Nicole Good, we can honor her life by standing together for decency, democracy, compassion, and our shared values.”
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison
“She was a compassionate neighbor trying to be a legal observer on behalf of her immigrant neighbors,” Ellison told NPR. “That’s what she was doing at the moment of her death. And she was a poet. She was a mom. She was a daughter. And I am deeply saddened by what happened to her and her family.”
Ellison disagreed with Noem’s characterization of Good as a domestic terrorist and said he believes the FBI should not be solely responsible for the investigation.
Investigation Controversy: FBI Blocks State Access
BCA Shut Out of Investigation
In an unprecedented move, the FBI reversed an initial agreement to conduct a joint investigation with Minnesota’s Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA).
On Thursday, January 8, BCA Superintendent Drew Evans announced his agency “would no longer have access to the case materials, scene evidence or investigative interviews necessary to complete a thorough and independent investigation.”
The BCA said it “has reluctantly withdrawn” from the investigation process.
State Officials Express Concern About Federal-Only Investigation
Governor Walz expressed pessimism about achieving a “fair outcome” from a federal-only investigation:
“I just want to make this as clear as possible to everyone: Minnesota must be part of this investigation. The BCA’s use-of-force investigation unit is trusted by the people, people who are not by inclination trusting of law enforcement or government.”
Minnesota Public Safety Commissioner Bob Jacobson warned the federal exclusion could prevent state-level prosecution:
“To be able to file state charges, we would need a full investigation, which would include the opportunity to have been at the crime scene, to have had the opportunity to take a look at all the video and evidence that the FBI would have in their possession.”
Hennepin County Attorney: “ICE Agent Does Not Have Complete Immunity”
On Friday, Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty stated her office has jurisdiction to make charging decisions in the case.
“I can say that the ICE officer does not have complete immunity here,” Moriarty emphasized during a press briefing.
Moriarty said her office has “no preconceived opinion” on charging but cannot make a determination without a thorough investigation. Her office is collaborating with the state attorney general’s office and BCA “to preserve any evidence and ensure that it can be reviewed.”
The county has created a website where people can submit evidence, such as video or information about the shooting.
“The current posture is that the investigation is one that the feds want to do without state involvement, and so we still know that there’s evidence out there. We want to make sure it gets gathered and collected,” Minnesota Attorney General Ellison stated.
Context: Massive Federal Immigration Operation
“Largest DHS Operation Ever”
The shooting occurred one day after the Department of Homeland Security announced what it described as “the largest DHS operation ever,” deploying 2,000 law enforcement officers to the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area:
- 1,500 deportation officers from Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO)
- 600 agents from Homeland Security Investigations (HSI)
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem was in the Twin Cities on Tuesday, January 6—the day before the fatal shooting.
Why Minneapolis? Fraud Allegations Sparked Surge
The massive federal deployment followed a viral video from a right-wing YouTuber alleging that Somali-run daycare centers in Minnesota were receiving federal subsidies without actually caring for children.
The Minnesota Department of Children, Youth and Families investigated the allegations and found children present at all facilities except one that had closed in 2022.
Saint Paul City Council member Molly Coleman described the first day of the operation as “unlike any other day we’ve experienced.”
Ninth ICE Shooting Since September 2025
Good’s death marks the ninth time ICE agents have opened fire on people since September 2025. Four other people have been killed during federal deportation operations in that timeframe.
Parallel Incident: Portland Shooting
As Minneapolis continued processing Good’s death, police in Portland, Oregon, reported that two people were injured by U.S. Border Patrol agents on Thursday afternoon around 2:15 PM.
The Portland incident further inflamed tensions over federal immigration enforcement tactics.
Community Response: Vigils, Protests, and “Day of Unity”
Thousands Gather for Vigils
On Wednesday evening, thousands of mourners gathered at vigils across Minnesota to remember Good and protest federal immigration enforcement tactics.
At the Minneapolis scene, demonstrators surrounded a makeshift memorial of flowers and candles, chanting Good’s name and slogans including:
- “Say it once. Say it twice. We will not put up with ICE”
- Some carried signs reading “Killer ICE off our streets”
Protests Spread Nationwide
By Thursday, protests had spread to multiple cities:
- Buffalo, New York
- Chapel Hill, North Carolina
- Durham, North Carolina
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Los Angeles, California
- Seattle, Washington
In Duluth, Minnesota, Michelle Naar-Obed of the Twin Ports Rapid Response team stated: “This is murder. This is killing in our streets. These are domestic terrorists. They need to be stopped. They need to be held accountable.”
Schools Respond to Safety Concerns
Minneapolis Public Schools canceled classes Thursday and Friday, citing safety concerns and acting “out of an abundance of caution.”
“All MPS-sponsored programs, activities, athletics and Community Education classes, including adult education, will be canceled,” the district announced.
High School Incident: Pepper Spray and Arrests
Hours after Good’s shooting, tensions escalated at a south Minneapolis high school approximately 3 miles from the shooting scene.
A school official reported that armed officers with Border Patrol insignia arrived during dismissal, broke a vehicle window on school property, and deployed pepper spray and pepper balls.
“They started coming on the property of the school and pushing people and tackling people and shooting pepper spray and pepper balls. And they handcuffed two of our employees,” the official said.
Video footage showed officers dragging individuals on sidewalks outside the school while bystanders blew whistles and shouted in protest.
State Mobilization
National Guard on Alert
Governor Walz announced Wednesday that he had issued a “warning order to prepare the Minnesota National Guard”—a preparatory measure for possible mobilization.
By Friday, Walz authorized the Minnesota National Guard to stage and be ready to support local law enforcement. The troops would be positioned to support local and state law enforcement in protecting critical infrastructure and maintaining public safety.
“Minnesotans have met this moment. Thousands of people have peacefully made their voices heard. Minnesota: thank you. We saw powerful peace,” Walz said in a statement. “We have every reason to believe that peace will hold.”
Walz said he and others had been warning that heightened ICE operations posed a danger to public safety, stating: “Today, that recklessness cost someone their life.”
The governor pleaded for peaceful protests, saying of the Trump administration: “They want a show. We can’t give it to them.”
State Emergency Operations Center Activated
Minnesota activated its State Emergency Operations Center, the multi-agency coordination team typically deployed during major incidents. The center was notably activated following the 2020 death of George Floyd.
The Minneapolis Police Department also activated mutual aid from surrounding jurisdictions and bolstered local law enforcement resources as a precautionary response to potential civil unrest.
Federal Officials Double Down on Narrative
Noem Defends “Domestic Terrorism” Label
At a Thursday press conference in New York, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem doubled down on the agency’s characterization, repeatedly calling the incident “an act of domestic terrorism.”
“This is an experienced officer who followed his training,” Noem stated. When asked how shooting point-blank into a driver’s window could constitute self-defense, Noem insisted the investigation would unfold appropriately.
Noem also criticized Minnesota state authorities, calling the state “a trainwreck” and questioning why the BCA wasn’t investigating “all of these people that are harassing and inciting violence on law enforcement officers.”
Regarding Ross’s status, Noem said he “was hit by the vehicle and went to the hospital and received treatment, was released, and is spending time with his family now.”
However, this account conflicts with video evidence showing Ross walking away from the scene apparently uninjured.
Trump Administration Stands Firm
President Trump posted on Truth Social that Good “violently, willfully, and viciously ran over the ICE Officer” and that regarding Ross, “it is hard to believe he is alive.”
Vice President Vance told reporters Thursday that Ross “deserves a debt of gratitude” for his service and defended the shooting as self-defense, citing the June incident when Ross was dragged by a vehicle.
“This is a guy who’s actually done a very, very important job for the United States of America,” Vance said. “He’s been assaulted. He’s been attacked. He’s been injured because of it.”
When asked about Governor Walz’s comments that the Trump administration’s escalation led to the shooting, Vance dismissed his former vice presidential debate opponent: “I don’t care what Tim Walz says.”
ICE Officials Support Ross
Marcos Charles, acting Executive Associate Director for ICE’s Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO), said he knows Ross personally and called to check on him following the incident.
“I know he also has been trying to stay away from any social media or news just for the sake of his family and his well-being,” Charles said during an appearance on “The Will Cain Show.”
“I don’t think it’s fair to call him a murderer,” Charles added. “He was out there doing his job.”
Good’s Family Speaks Out
Wife’s Emotional Statement
Good’s wife released an emotional video statement saying the shooting was “my fault” because she had encouraged Good to be a legal observer for immigrant neighbors.
The wife described Good as someone who “nurtured kindness” and cared deeply for her community.
Mother’s Tribute
Donna Ganger, Good’s mother, described her daughter as compassionate and loving.
“She was extremely compassionate. She’s taken care of people all her life. She was loving, forgiving and affectionate. She was an amazing human being,” Ganger told reporters.
Ex-Husband’s Account
Good’s ex-husband told the Associated Press that Good had just dropped their 6-year-old son off at school and was returning home when she encountered ICE agents.
He emphasized that Good “was not an activist” and was not involved with protests challenging ICE activities.
Uncle Speaks to Impact on Family
Robert Ganger, Good’s uncle, told CNN affiliate KMGH that Good’s death was especially painful because it occurred on her older sister’s birthday.
Neighbors Remember Good
“A Very Welcomed Member of the Community”
Kimmy Hull, a neighbor, said Good “was a very welcomed member of the community.” Hull noted that Good’s home is less than a mile from where George Floyd was killed in 2020.
“What happened with (George) Floyd, there’s a lot of hard things that came out of it,” Hull said, adding that she isn’t surprised by the groundswell of organizing and support in the community.
“Really Sweet Family”
One neighbor told CNN that Good had a “really sweet family,” recalling how Good’s son would sometimes ask to pet their dog.
Teacher Neighbor: Students Are Scared
Clark Hoelscher, a neighbor and teacher, said ICE’s presence in Minneapolis was already affecting families before Wednesday’s shooting.
“We saw her kids’ sidewalk drawings during the summer,” Hoelscher recalled.
“We have students and families who are scared to be at school,” Hoelscher said. “It’s really hard when I have a student who misses school, I’m just scared about what’s happened to them or their family members.”
Holiday Decorations Still Up
On Thursday afternoon, Good’s southside Minneapolis home still had holiday decorations on the front porch and in the window. Signs of support for Good could be seen in windows around the neighborhood.
A community member stood in front of Good’s house much of Thursday, greeting anyone who tried to knock on the door and relaying that Good’s family would release a statement at the appropriate time.
Old Dominion University President’s Statement
Old Dominion University President Brian Hemphill released a statement calling Good’s killing “yet another clear example that fear and violence have sadly become commonplace in our nation.”
“May Renee’s life be a reminder of what unites us: freedom, love, and peace,” Hemphill said. “My hope is for compassion, healing, and reflection at a time that is becoming one of the darkest and most uncertain periods in our nation’s history.”
Political Implications and National Debate
Intensifying State-Federal Tensions
The shooting has intensified political tensions between Minnesota’s Democratic state leadership and the Trump administration.
Governor Walz has called on Americans to “stand with Minneapolis” while requesting peaceful protests.
Minneapolis Mayor Frey has issued explicit demands for ICE to leave the city and state immediately, stating the federal presence is “causing chaos” and making the community “less safe.”
Congressional Response Expected
Democratic lawmakers have called for criminal investigation and congressional oversight hearings into the incident and federal immigration enforcement tactics.
Progressive lawmakers, including members of “The Squad,” have condemned the shooting and called for accountability.
Republican lawmakers have largely supported the Trump administration’s characterization of events and defended ICE’s enforcement operations.
Immigration Enforcement Debate Reignited
The shooting has reignited national debates over:
- Federal immigration enforcement methods
- Community policing vs. federal operations
- Balance between law enforcement authority and civil rights
- Presidential administration’s approach to immigration
- Accountability for federal agents
What Happens Next
Ongoing FBI Investigation
The FBI continues its investigation with sole federal jurisdiction. Officials have not released:
- Whether Ross followed protocol
- Results of any ballistics analysis
- Complete timeline reconstruction
- Officer body camera footage (if any exists)
- Vehicle forensics from Good’s Honda Pilot
Potential State-Level Charges
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty has emphasized her office maintains jurisdiction and that Ross “does not have complete immunity.”
However, without access to federal evidence, state-level prosecution faces significant obstacles.
Federal Criminal Civil Rights Investigation
The FBI’s investigation could potentially lead to federal civil rights charges, though such cases are historically rare and face high legal thresholds.
Wrongful Death Lawsuit Likely
Good’s family will likely pursue civil litigation against the federal government for wrongful death. Video evidence contradicting the federal narrative could be central to such proceedings.
Congressional Oversight Possible
House Democrats may call for oversight hearings on federal immigration enforcement tactics and this specific incident.
Continued Protests Expected
Organizers have vowed continued protests demanding:
- Accountability for Ross
- Independent state investigation
- End to aggressive federal immigration enforcement in Minneapolis
- Justice for Good’s family
The Broader Context: Immigration Enforcement Under Trump
Rapid Escalation of Operations
The Trump administration has dramatically escalated immigration enforcement operations since taking office:
- Deployment of thousands of additional agents to cities nationwide
- Expanded enforcement beyond traditional border regions
- Increased interior enforcement operations
- Rhetoric describing immigration as national security threat
Previous ICE Shootings
Good’s death is the ninth time ICE agents have opened fire since September 2025, with four other fatalities during deportation operations in that period.
This represents a significant increase in use of deadly force compared to previous years.
Community Trust Concerns
Immigration advocates warn that aggressive enforcement tactics are:
- Driving immigrant communities underground
- Reducing cooperation with law enforcement
- Creating fear that prevents reporting of crimes
- Separating families
- Disrupting communities
Legal and Constitutional Questions
The incident raises questions about:
- Federal jurisdiction vs. state sovereignty
- Accountability for federal law enforcement
- Use of force standards for immigration enforcement
- Constitutional rights of U.S. citizens during federal operations
- Transparency in federal law enforcement actions
Key Timeline: January 6-10, 2026
Monday, January 6
- DHS announces “largest DHS operation ever” with 2,000 agents to Twin Cities
- Secretary Noem in Minnesota for operation launch
Wednesday, January 7
- 9:37 AM: Renee Good shot by ICE agent Jonathan Ross
- Afternoon: Minneapolis Mayor Frey and Governor Walz view video, dispute federal account
- Evening: Vigils held across Minnesota, thousands gather
- Night: Incident at south Minneapolis high school involving Border Patrol
Thursday, January 8
- Morning: BCA announces FBI has revoked access to investigation
- Protests spread to multiple U.S. cities
- Afternoon: Noem defends shooting at New York press conference
- Vance defends Ross at White House
- Trump posts on Truth Social defending shooting
- Portland, Oregon shooting by Border Patrol agents
Friday, January 9
- Walz proclaims “Day of Unity” to honor Good
- Hennepin County Attorney confirms ICE agent doesn’t have complete immunity
- Walz authorizes National Guard to stage for potential deployment
- Moriarty asks public to submit evidence through county website
- Jonathan Ross identified publicly by multiple news organizations
Saturday, January 10
- Investigation continues under FBI
- Protests ongoing
- Community memorials maintained
- National debate continues
Quick Facts: Renee Nicole Good Shooting
✅ Victim: Renee Nicole Good, 37, U.S. citizen, mother of 3, poet ✅ Shooter: ICE agent Jonathan Ross, 43, 10+ year veteran ✅ Location: East 34th St & Portland Ave, Minneapolis ✅ Date/Time: Wednesday, January 7, 2026, ~9:37 AM ✅ Shots fired: 3 shots in less than 1 second ✅ Time between shots: 399 milliseconds (first to second) ✅ Video evidence: Multiple angles contradict federal claims ✅ Federal claim: Self-defense, Good tried to run over agents ✅ Eyewitness accounts: Conflicting orders, Good posed no threat ✅ Investigation: FBI sole control, state investigators blocked ✅ Context: 2,000-agent federal operation in Twin Cities ✅ Protests: Nationwide, thousands gathered in vigils ✅ Political response: State officials dispute federal narrative
Related Stories:
- [Frame-by-Frame Video Analysis: What Really Happened]
- [Who Was Renee Nicole Good? A Life Remembered]
- [Jonathan Ross: The ICE Agent Who Pulled the Trigger]
- [Minnesota vs. Federal Government: Investigation Battle]
- [Trump Immigration Crackdown: Minneapolis Operation Explained]
- [Eyewitness Accounts: What They Saw That Morning]
Follow the Story:
- Minnesota Updates: Star Tribune, MPR News
- National Coverage: ABC News, NBC News, CNN
- Legal Developments: Hennepin County Attorney’s Office
- Community Response: Minneapolis officials, local organizers
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
About This Coverage: This article synthesizes reporting from Minneapolis, eyewitness accounts, video analysis, official statements, and court documents. Information verified through multiple sources including Minnesota officials, federal agencies, eyewitnesses, and family members.
Last Updated: January 10, 2026, 2:00 PM CST
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