Community groups in Charleston protested a fatal ICE shooting of U.S. citizen Renee Good in Minneapolis, demanding justice amid conflicting federal and local accounts. The event at Marion Square highlighted national divides over immigration enforcement.
Incident Overview
Renee Good, a 37-year-old mother, was shot on January 7, 2026, during an ICE operation when agents approached her idling SUV, issuing conflicting orders per eyewitnesses. Federal officials claimed self-defense as she allegedly tried to run over an agent, while Minneapolis leaders and video evidence disputed this, noting no imminent threat.​
Political Reactions
President Trump called it self-defense, and DHS Secretary Kristi Noem labeled Good a “domestic terrorist,” echoed by Rep. Nancy Mace [query]. Rep. James Clyburn condemned it as unjustifiable violence, fueling protests for humane immigration policies [query].
Charleston Response
The Charleston Community Service Organization organized a candlelight vigil at Marion Square on Thursday, linking local advocacy to nationwide outrage over the shooting [query]. Protests have spread across U.S. cities, with Minnesota officials skeptical of a fair federal probe.
