08-01-2026

ICE Agent Fatally Shoots Woman in Minneapolis

Date: 08-01-2026
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Summary

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent fatally shot a 37-year-old woman, Renee Nicole Good, in Minneapolis, sparking widespread protests, controversy, and conflicting accounts of the incident from officials. The Trump administration defended the agent's actions, while Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey demanded ICE leave the city, citing distrust and chaos caused by their presence.

Key Points

  • ICE agent fatally shot Renee Nicole Good during a deportation operation in Minneapolis
  • Conflicting accounts of the incident from officials, including the Department of Homeland Security and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey
  • Trump administration defended the agent's actions, labeling it an 'act of domestic terrorism'
  • Protests erupted in Minneapolis and other US cities, with calls for ICE to leave the city
  • Operation was part of a broader immigration crackdown targeting undocumented immigrants, particularly Somalis

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US immigration officer fatally shoots woman in Minneapolis

A US immigration agent fatally shot a 37-year-old woman, Renee Nicole Good, in Minneapolis, sparking protests and controversy. The incident occurred when ICE agents approached Good's vehicle, and she attempted to drive away, allegedly trying to run over the agents. The agent fired shots, hitting Good, who later died. The event has been met with widespread criticism, with the Minneapolis City Council claiming Good was 'caring for her neighbours' when she was shot. The Trump administration has defended the agent's actions, describing it as an act of 'domestic terrorism'. Protests have erupted in Minneapolis and other US cities, with calls for ICE to leave the city.
Entities: Renee Nicole Good, Minneapolis, ICE, US Immigration, Trump administrationTone: negativeSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey rips ICE after officer shot and killed woman: "Get the f*** out" - CBS News

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has strongly condemned the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after an ICE officer shot and killed a 37-year-old woman, Renee Good, during an operation in south Minneapolis. Frey stated that ICE is not welcome in the city and demanded that they leave, citing that their presence is causing chaos and distrust. The incident has sparked controversy, with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) claiming the shooting was an act of self-defense, while Frey disputed this account, calling it 'bulls**t' after viewing the video footage. The shooting has raised concerns about the Trump administration's decision to deploy 2,000 federal law enforcement officers to the Twin Cities metro area for immigration enforcement.
Entities: Minneapolis, Jacob Frey, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Renee Good, Tina SmithTone: negativeSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

ICE’s deportation campaign turns deadly

The article reports on a deadly incident involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minneapolis, where a woman named Renee Nicole Good was shot and killed during a deportation attempt. The incident is part of a larger pattern of ICE's deportation campaign being criticized for its aggressive tactics and lack of restraint. The article highlights the dangers and controversies surrounding ICE's operations, citing the killing in Minneapolis as an example of the agency's actions turning deadly.
Entities: Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Renee Nicole Good, Minneapolis, United States, Nicolás MaduroTone: negativeSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

CNN talks to residents at the scene where ICE officer shot woman | CNN

A woman was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer in Minneapolis, sparking conflicting accounts of the incident from officials. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) claimed the woman attempted to attack ICE agents with her vehicle, while Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey disputed this characterization. CNN spoke to residents at the scene, who described the woman as peaceful. The incident occurred amid heightened political scrutiny in Minnesota, following Governor Tim Walz's announcement that he would not seek a third term. The DHS has launched a massive immigration enforcement operation in Minnesota, which has been met with controversy.
Entities: ICE, Minneapolis, Department of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, Jacob FreyTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

DHS says woman attempted to run over ICE officers before being shot in Minneapolis. Here’s what the videos show. | CNNClose icon

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reported that a woman attempted to run over ICE officers in Minneapolis before being shot. The incident was captured on multiple videos reviewed by CNN, which showed nuances not initially reported. The woman, identified as 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good, was shot by an officer after her car moved towards him. The videos show varying accounts of the incident, with some suggesting the car made contact with the officer before he fired. The DHS Secretary and President Trump made initial statements condemning the woman's actions, but the videos reveal a more complex scenario.
Entities: Department of Homeland Security, ICE officers, Minneapolis, Renee Nicole Good, President Donald TrumpTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Multiple angles show Minnesota ICE shooting | CNNClose iconClose iconClose icon

The article discusses a fatal shooting by ICE agents in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and presents multiple angles of the incident obtained by CNN. The footage shows that the events leading up to the deadly incident are unclear. The article is accompanied by several video links and descriptions, but the main focus is on the ICE shooting.
Entities: CNN, ICE, Minneapolis, Minnesota, fatal shootingTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Noem claims Minneapolis ICE shooting was result of ‘act of domestic terrorism’; police chief responds | CNNClose iconClose iconClose icon

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem has claimed that the Minneapolis ICE shooting was an 'act of domestic terrorism', prompting a response from Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara. The incident involved an ICE agent fatally shooting a woman in her car. Chief O'Hara spoke to CNN's Erin Burnett about the incident, while Noem defended the officer's actions, stating that he 'followed his training'. The incident has sparked controversy and debate, with Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey criticizing DHS and ICE.
Entities: Kristi Noem, Minneapolis, ICE, Brian O'Hara, Erin BurnettTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Officials offer conflicting accounts of Minneapolis shooting | CNN

US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem claimed that a woman shot in Minneapolis was attempting to attack ICE agents, but Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey disputed this characterization, and the Police Chief offered a different account of events. The incident has sparked controversy and conflicting narratives about the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Entities: Kristi Noem, Minneapolis, ICE agents, Jacob Frey, CNNTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

‘She was peaceful’: Witness on ICE fatal shooting in Minneapolis | CNN

A witness describes a woman fatally shot by an ICE agent in Minneapolis as 'peaceful', contradicting the Department of Homeland Security's claim that the woman attempted to attack the agents with her vehicle. The Minneapolis mayor disputed the DHS's account, and the police chief offered a different version of events. The incident occurred during a targeted operation by immigration officers in Minneapolis.
Entities: ICE, Minneapolis, Department of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, Jacob FreyTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Trump administration outlines demands for Venezuela | CNN Politics

The Trump administration has outlined demands for Venezuela, including cutting economic ties with US adversaries, in order to resume oil production. Two senior White House officials told CNN that Washington's demands are aimed at resuming oil production in the country. The development comes amid heightened tensions between the US and Venezuela, with the US having captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The article also touches on other news stories, including a fatal shooting by an ICE agent in Minneapolis and a massive immigration crackdown in Minnesota.
Entities: Trump administration, Venezuela, US, Nicolás Maduro, White HouseTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Video: Ex-FBI agent breaks down Minnesota shooting video | CNN

The article discusses a recent incident in Minneapolis where an ICE agent fatally shot a woman in a vehicle. Former FBI agent and CNN Senior Correspondent Josh Campbell breaks down the witness video of the incident. Officials have offered conflicting accounts of the shooting, with the US Homeland Security Secretary claiming the woman was attempting to attack ICE agents, while the Minneapolis mayor disputed this characterization. The incident has sparked controversy and raised questions about the use of force by immigration officers.
Entities: Josh Campbell, Minneapolis, ICE, US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob FreyTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Video: Minneapolis residents place flowers at scene where woman was shot by ICE | CNN

Residents of Minneapolis gathered at the scene where a woman was fatally shot by an ICE agent, leaving flowers in a show of solidarity. The incident has sparked conflicting accounts from officials, with the US Homeland Security Secretary claiming the woman was attempting to attack ICE agents, while the Minneapolis mayor disputed this characterization. The shooting has raised tensions and scrutiny over ICE operations in the city.
Entities: Minneapolis, ICE, US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, CNNTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Walz’s message to Trump and Noem: You’ve done enough | CNN

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz addressed a press conference regarding a fatal shooting by an ICE agent in Minneapolis, stating that he is preparing the state National Guard for possible deployment. The incident has sparked conflicting accounts from officials, with US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem claiming the woman was attempting to attack ICE agents, while Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey disputed this characterization. The shooting has raised tensions and drawn reactions from various officials, including former President Donald Trump.
Entities: Tim Walz, ICE, Minneapolis, Kristi Noem, Donald TrumpTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Witness to ICE agents: ‘you shot her in the f**king face’; says: ‘I can’t let this narrative of self-defense go any further’ | CNNClose iconClose iconClose icon

A witness to a fatal shooting by an ICE agent in Minneapolis has come forward with a video of the aftermath, contradicting the Department of Homeland Security's claim of self-defense. The witness, Emily Heller, who lives on the street where the incident occurred, shared the video with CNN's Erin Burnett. The video and witness testimony raise questions about the official narrative of the event.
Entities: Emily Heller, ICE, Minneapolis, CNN, Erin BurnettTone: negativeSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

The ICE Shooting Came During an Operation Focused on Somali Immigrants - The New York Times

A federal immigration operation in Minnesota, led by ICE, targeted undocumented immigrants, particularly Somalis, resulting in the arrest of over 90 people on felony charges related to a fraud scheme involving misuse of state social safety net funds. The operation is part of a broader immigration crackdown under President Trump's second term, with a pledge to deport millions. The state has the largest Somali diaspora in the world, with around 80,000 people of Somali ancestry, most of whom are American citizens or legal residents. The ICE operation began in December, focusing on Somalis with final deportation orders, and has since been amplified with 2,000 federal agents from the Department of Homeland Security expected to participate.
Entities: ICE, Somali immigrants, Minnesota, President Trump, Department of Homeland SecurityTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

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We Pressed Trump on His Conclusion About the ICE Shooting. Here’s What He Said. - The New York Times

The article discusses President Trump's response to the shooting of a 37-year-old woman by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Minneapolis. Trump defended the agent's actions, claiming the woman tried to 'run over' the officer, despite unclear video evidence. The article highlights the inconsistencies in the official account and Trump's willingness to make a swift judgment on the incident, which was at odds with one of his senior advisers, Tom Homan. The incident has sparked controversy over the federal crackdown on immigration and the use of force by ICE agents.
Entities: Donald Trump, Renee Nicole Good, Kristi Noem, Tom Homan, Natalie HarpTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Democrats slam Trump’s justification for immigration agent killing woman during ICE raid and call for investigation – as it happened | US immigration | The Guardian

The article discusses the recent immigration raids in Minneapolis, where an ICE agent fatally shot a 37-year-old woman, Renee Good. Democrats have slammed Trump's justification for the shooting, calling it 'domestic terrorism,' and are demanding an investigation. The incident has sparked widespread protests and vigils in Minneapolis, New York City, and Chicago. Meanwhile, Trump has proposed a massive increase in the defense department's budget to $1.5 trillion, citing 'troubled and dangerous times.' The administration is also exploring options to acquire Greenland, with Trump stating that using the US military is 'always an option.' Additionally, the US has seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker linked to Venezuela after a two-week pursuit.
Entities: Donald Trump, Renee Good, Minneapolis, ICE, Kristi NoemTone: negativeSentiment: negativeIntent: inform