Hundreds of rallies swept across the United States this weekend following the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Renee Good by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Minneapolis on January 7, 2026. Organized under the banner "ICE, Out for Good" – a dual reference to demands for agency abolition and a tribute to Good – protests spanned from Washington, D.C., to Los Angeles, reflecting mounting tensions over immigration enforcement practices.
Minneapolis authorities confirmed Good was unarmed when an ICE agent opened fire during a vehicle stop, with disputed cellphone footage showing her steering away from officers moments before the shooting. Local officials challenge federal claims that the agent acted in self-defense, stating video evidence suggests no imminent threat existed.
The "No Kings" movement, known for coordinating mass demonstrations since 2025, amplified calls for nationwide action. This development comes amid renewed debates about immigration policy's human costs, particularly affecting Asian diaspora communities with family members navigating complex U.S. visa systems.
While federal officials maintain their narrative of justified force, civil rights advocates highlight the incident's resonance with global patterns of police accountability – a key concern for international observers tracking comparative justice systems in Asia and beyond.
