Shooting Incident Involving ICE Agents Draws Criticism in Minneapolis

A shooting involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minneapolis has led to significant backlash from local leaders. Jonathan Turley, a law professor at George Washington University and a contributor, criticized city officials for their comments, suggesting that they could potentially incite violence.

“It’s reckless. We’ve seen this before; politicians often stoke outrage, sometimes leading to riots,” Turley mentioned during an appearance on “Fox & Friends.”

On Wednesday, ICE agents shot and killed Renee Nicole Good after she allegedly drove her vehicle toward them. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem defended the agents, stating that they had instructed the woman to exit her car and cease interfering.

Minneapolis Mayor’s Response to Shooting

Following the incident, Mayor Jacob Frey publicly condemned ICE, asserting that they should be “removed” from the city. He accused the agency of causing chaos and, in this instance, leading to a death.

“They are sowing chaos on our streets, and in this case, quite literally killing people,” Frey remarked on Wednesday.

He also dismissed the Department of Homeland Security’s defense that the shooting was an act of self-defense, calling it “bull—.” Turley responded to the mayor’s stance, arguing that the shooting seemed to meet legal criteria for justified use of force, based on preliminary information.

He referred to the Supreme Court case Tennessee v. Garner, which outlines when police can use deadly force.

“That doesn’t mean it’s a definitive outcome. We’ll have to wait for the investigation’s conclusion. More footage would be beneficial, but what we’ve seen so far appears to align with that legal justification,” Turley added.

Protests Erupt in Response

Just a day after the shooting, protests erupted in Minneapolis, with hundreds gathering to voice their opposition against ICE. Demonstrators were overheard chanting “shameful,” as federal agents responded with tear gas and pepper balls.

The demonstrations echo past protests and riots that followed the death of George Floyd in May 2020, indicating ongoing tensions within the community.