Summary
The U.S. Department of Justice says there is no reason to start a criminal civil rights investigation into the killing of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. Federal authorities are not likely to look into the officer's actions further, even though the event has sparked protests and debate over immigration enforcement.
Key Facts
- The Justice Department won’t start a criminal civil rights investigation into the shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent.
- Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche made this announcement.
- Federal investigators have restricted Minnesota's access to the case, with the FBI now leading the probe.
- Six prosecutors in Minnesota, concerned about investigation practices, have resigned.
- Video of the shooting has led to protests and criticism of the Trump administration’s immigration policies.
- Tensions rose further after a separate shooting incident involving a federal officer in Portland.
- Nationwide protests occurred criticizing the actions of the ICE agent and federal responses.
