DHS Secretary Kristi Noem Defends 'Domestic Terrorism' Label After Minneapolis ICE Shooting; Family, Officials and Protesters Push Back

Noem points to the 47‑second video recorded by the ICE agent, arguing that Renee Good’s SUV was used as a “weaponized” vehicle that endangered the officer when it moved toward him, which she claims meets her standard for “domestic terrorism.”[1]

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Wikipedia – Killing of Renée Good

Family members describe Good as nonviolent and community‑minded, while Minneapolis officials and state prosecutors argue that the available video shows her slowly pulling away rather than attempting to attack officers, and they say they lack sufficient federal information to support calling the incident terrorism.[1]

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MPR News – Renee Macklin Good’s wife says she nurtured kindness

An FBI‑led federal investigation is ongoing, and Minnesota’s Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has opened a separate inquiry at the request of state and local officials who are also calling for broader independent review of ICE’s actions.

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Minnesota DPS/BCA – Statement on investigation of ICE fatal shooting

Critics cite longstanding concerns about ICE’s recruitment, training, and use‑of‑force policies, arguing that inadequate training, limited accountability, and a lack of transparency in shootings like Good’s increase the risk of similar deadly encounters unless reforms are implemented.[1]

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American Immigration Council – Can Renee Good’s Family Sue ICE?

The shooting has sparked nationwide protests, including marches in cities such as Boston and Minneapolis, demonstrations outside ICE and federal buildings, and rallies where participants denounce Noem’s terrorism rhetoric and demand accountability and policy changes at ICE.[1]

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KSAT / AP – San Antonians protest ICE after death of Renee Good