Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has confirmed that the ICE agent who fatally shot Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis will undergo an internal review. The agent, identified as Jonathan Ross, has been on administrative leave since the incident, which sparked protests and a political firestorm.
During a CBS News interview, Noem rebuked host Margaret Brennan for naming Ross, citing an 8,000% increase in death threats against law enforcement. “Don't say his name,” Noem said, accusing the media of doxxing the officer. However, reports suggest Noem herself was originally responsible for releasing key details that led to the agent's identification.
Noem also criticised Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, who claimed Ross was the “only one” not under investigation. “I would not listen to Gov. Walz, he has a very bad track record,” Noem said. Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey face a DOJ investigation for allegedly obstructing federal immigration efforts.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche confirmed that the FBI is not investigating the shooting, stating there is “no basis for a criminal civil rights investigation.” The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension withdrew from the federal probe, citing lack of access to evidence. The Hennepin County Attorney's office is independently gathering evidence.
The shooting of Good, a mother of three, has led to ongoing protests in Minnesota, with thousands of ICE agents deployed to the state in response.
