Thousands of demonstrations against US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have erupted across the United States, sparked by the fatal shooting of a woman in Minneapolis last week.
Nationwide Demonstrations Demand ICE Accountability
The protests, organised under the banner "ICE Out For Good," took place in numerous major cities including Washington, DC, Boston, and New York over the weekend. The coordinated action calls for a reduced role for the federal immigration enforcement agency and greater transparency over its operations.
The wave of public anger was triggered by the death of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis. The incident occurred on Saturday 10 January 2026, with new cellphone footage emerging that appears to show the moments leading up to the shooting. The video was reportedly recorded by ICE officer Jonathan Ross and captures his interaction with Good before he fired shots into her vehicle.
Minneapolis Unrest and Official Response
While the majority of protests across the country were reported as peaceful, demonstrations in Minneapolis, where the shooting occurred, saw significant unrest. Local authorities confirmed at least 29 arrests after a hotel was vandalised during the protests.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey addressed the situation, urging peaceful demonstrators not to engage with outside agitators who might be seeking to incite violence. "We support the right to protest, but we must protect our community from destruction," Frey stated.
In response to the growing controversy, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) renewed its allegations concerning the incident. A DHS statement claimed that Good was "stalking and impeding" a law enforcement operation prior to the fatal encounter, though this account is heavily disputed by protestors and activist groups.
A Nation Grapples with Immigration Enforcement
The nationwide scale of the "ICE Out For Good" protests highlights the deep and ongoing divisions within American society regarding immigration policy and the tactics of enforcement agencies. The chanting of Renee Nicole Good's name at rallies from coast to coast has turned her into a symbol for the movement seeking major reform.
As investigations continue and the new footage circulates, the calls for a full, independent inquiry into the shooting are growing louder. The events of the past week ensure that the debate over the powers and practices of ICE will remain at the forefront of the national political conversation for the foreseeable future.
