Credited from: NPR
A new 47-second video has emerged, filmed from the perspective of ICE officer Jonathan Ross, depicting the moments leading up to the fatal shooting of Renee Good in Minnesota. In the video, Good is seen communicating with Ross, stating, “That’s fine, dude, I’m not mad at you,” moments before Ross opens fire as she attempts to drive away. The footage has since ignited widespread protests across the U.S., highlighting public outrage over immigration enforcement tactics, according to SCMP, Huffpost, NPR, and Al Jazeera.
The emergence of this video has led to a pointed backlash against the federal government, particularly as local officials express frustration over the lack of cooperation in the investigation. Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty called for the public to provide any recordings or evidence related to Good's shooting, emphasizing that investigations should not be limited to federal authorities. This situation is underscored by Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey’s accusations against the Trump administration for prematurely concluding the investigation, which further complicates community relations, according to SCMP, Huffpost, NPR, and Al Jazeera.
The incident and the public's reaction have reignited discussions surrounding immigration enforcement protocol, particularly concerning the use of deadly force. Vice President JD Vance has publicly defended the shooting, characterizing Good as a potential threat and claiming self-defense on the officer's part. Conversely, local leaders reject this narrative, highlighting that Good had no apparent intention to harm the officer, and calling any self-defense claims “garbage,” according to SCMP, Huffpost, NPR, and Al Jazeera.
Renee Good's tragic death marks a troubling trend in the ongoing tensions surrounding immigration enforcement, with her wife Becca Good stating they were present to “support our neighbors,” contrasting sharply with federal claims about the incident's nature. As calls for protests amass, with numerous events planned nationwide, the response is indicative of a larger societal issue regarding the actions of immigration authorities and community response, according to SCMP, Huffpost, NPR, and Al Jazeera.