Wife of ICE shooting victim Renee Nicole Good speaks out and confirms couple were protesting when spouse was killed
The fatal shooting of 37-year-old mother and activist Renee Nicole Good by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Minneapolis has ignited a national debate. The incident occurred during a neighborhood confrontation with federal agents.
Authorities state that ICE agent Jonathan Ross fired three shots after Good allegedly ignored commands to exit her vehicle and began driving forward. Federal officials maintain the agent acted in self-defense, believing his life was endangered.
Recently released video footage shows a heated verbal exchange between Renee, her wife Rebecca, and the officers moments before the shooting. This footage has fueled significant public disagreement over the necessity of using lethal force.
The Trump administration and federal agencies have characterized the incident as self-defense, asserting the vehicle was used as a weapon. This description has been strongly contested by local leaders and civil rights advocates.
In her first public statement, Rebecca Good described Renee as a compassionate and faith-driven person committed to equality. She explained they had stopped only to support neighbors affected by ICE enforcement activity.
Rebecca emphasized the power imbalance, noting, “We had whistles. They had guns.” She stated her wife believed in responding to injustice with care rather than fear.
Renee leaves behind three children. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has rejected the self-defense claim, calling it “garbage.” Rebecca Good vows to honor her wife’s legacy by teaching their children compassion and resilience. Multiple investigations are ongoing.
