Minneapolis police reported that at least 30 people were detained late Friday night as protests intensified following the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good earlier in the week by an officer with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The demonstrations unfolded as the city continued to process the shooting, which occurred on Wednesday and has since drawn national attention. According to authorities, the protests involved a large crowd that moved between two downtown hotels where ICE agents were believed to be staying, escalating tensions throughout the evening.
In a statement released by the Minneapolis Police Department, officials said that “Over the course of the night, individuals threw snow, ice, and rocks at officers, police vehicles, and other vehicles in the roadway.” Police also reported damage to property and confirmed that one officer sustained minor injuries, though medical attention was not required. As the situation developed, officers declared an unlawful assembly at approximately 10:15 p.m., after which several individuals “were detained, cited, and released.” Law enforcement described the detentions as part of crowd control measures taken once objects began being thrown and vehicles were affected.
The protest in Minneapolis is being viewed as an early indication of broader demonstrations planned across the United States. Organizers expect significant turnout nationwide, with more than 1,000 events scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, according to Indivisible, a grassroots progressive organization. These demonstrations are expected to focus on opposition to the Trump administration’s approach to law enforcement and immigration, with the Minneapolis shooting serving as a central point of concern for many participants.
The killing of Good has quickly become a politically charged issue, drawing conflicting accounts from federal officials and prompting scrutiny of video evidence. The Trump administration has asserted that the ICE officer involved acted in self-defense, claiming that Good attempted to strike the officer with her vehicle. President Donald Trump wrote on social media that the victim “violently, willfully, and viciously ran over the ICE officer,” identifying the officer as 37-year-old Jonathan Ross and stating that the shooting occurred in self-defense. However, multiple videos circulating publicly appear to contradict that account, showing Good turning to the right as if to drive away, while Ross is seen positioning himself in front of the vehicle before firing the shot that killed her.
Federal and state officials have offered differing views on the legal implications of the case. Vice President JD Vance said Thursday at the White House that Ross is “protected by absolute immunity.” In contrast, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison stated Saturday during an appearance on MS NOW’s “The Weekend” that Minnesota retains the authority to prosecute the ICE agent involved in the shooting. These opposing statements have further intensified debate surrounding jurisdiction, accountability, and the role of federal officers operating within states.
The unrest in Minneapolis comes amid growing anger over the presence of federal agents and reports of excessive force in multiple cities across the country. Tensions increased further after a Customs and Border Patrol agent shot two people in Portland, Oregon, on Thursday. The Department of Homeland Security said the individuals shot were “suspected Tren de Aragua gang associates” and alleged that they “weaponized their vehicle” against agents before fleeing the scene and later calling emergency medical services. DHS also said that one of the suspects is now in FBI custody, though the conditions of both individuals were not disclosed.
A Case That Continues to Draw National Attention
The Minneapolis shooting and the subsequent protests have placed renewed focus on federal law enforcement actions, protest responses by local police, and the legal questions surrounding accountability. As demonstrations expand nationwide and investigations continue, the events surrounding the death of Renee Nicole Good remain a central issue in an increasingly intense national debate.
