Federal response from Washington
At the White House, Vice President J.D. Vance defended the unnamed ICE officer, stating the agent acted in self-defense against what he termed “an attack on federal law enforcement and the American people.” Vance maintained that Good attempted to ram the agent, adding that the situation was a “tragedy of her own making.” He also alleged, without supplying evidence, that Good was connected to a “left-wing network” focused on targeting ICE personnel. When pressed for details, Vance said the administration would seek further information.
Attorney General Pam Bondi echoed that position, warning demonstrators via social media not to “cross a red line” by obstructing or attacking federal officials. Bondi stressed that peaceful protest is protected, but damage to federal property or assaults on officers would trigger prosecutions.
State and local actions
Governor Tim Walz applauded the largely peaceful demonstrations that followed a nighttime vigil outside the Whipple Federal Building, where crowds gathered to honor Good. Acting “out of an abundance of caution,” Walz signed an executive order positioning the Minnesota National Guard to assist local agencies should unrest escalate. The Guard remains on standby to safeguard critical infrastructure and support public safety duties.
Meanwhile, Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty said her office is searching for a way to continue a state-level inquiry after the Federal Bureau of Investigation withdrew from its joint agreement with the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. Moriarty expressed concern that, if the FBI leads the probe alone, state officials and the public might never see the investigative file. Her team is speaking with local law-enforcement partners to secure access to evidence and maintain transparency.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, responding to inquiries about the scope of the investigation, said standard protocols are in place to collect and preserve all physical and digital evidence linked to an officer-involved shooting.
Protests and security measures
Demonstrations began within hours of the shooting and continued into Thursday afternoon. Participants held signs outside the Whipple Building while chanting Good’s name and calling for the release of all video footage. Federal agents deployed tear gas early Thursday when a small group advanced toward a security perimeter, but no serious injuries were reported. One individual was detained for allegedly interfering with an officer.
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The governor’s office reported that thousands have gathered across Minneapolis, including at sites linked to previous police-involved killings. While the majority of demonstrations have remained orderly, authorities note that isolated incidents—such as broken windows near a light-rail station—prompted a brief dispersal order. City officials said no curfew is planned at this time.
What is known about Renee Good
Public records list Good as a Minneapolis resident with no previous felony convictions. Friends attending the vigil described her as an immigration-rights volunteer and mother of two. Federal officials have not released details about the attempted arrest warrant or the broader investigation that brought ICE agents to Minneapolis that morning. A spokesperson for ICE said only that Good “was sought in connection with an ongoing homeland-security matter.”
Next steps in the investigation
The officer who discharged his weapon has been placed on administrative leave pending multiple reviews. The DHS Office of Inspector General, the FBI and, potentially, a state investigative body will collect forensic evidence, interview witnesses and examine body-camera and dash-camera recordings. Under federal policy, a preliminary report is expected within 45 days.
Legal analysts note that jurisdictional disputes could delay the release of findings. According to the nonpartisan Brennan Center for Justice, overlapping federal and state investigations often complicate public disclosure, especially when national-security exceptions are invoked.
For now, Minneapolis awaits clarity on the sequence of events that ended in gunfire, while state and federal officials prepare for additional protests in the days ahead.
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