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ICE shootings spark outrage, protests across the country demanding accountability

Jan 10, 2026
Lisa Gilbert, co-president of Public Citizen and advocate for government accountability, shares insights on the nationwide protests ignited by recent shootings by federal agents. She discusses the rapid organization of peaceful vigils and why these events have resonated so deeply with the public. Gilbert emphasizes the need for accountability and humanization of victims while warning that escalating federal presence will only heighten tensions. She also raises concerns about potential authoritarian moves under the current administration.
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INSIGHT

Rapid Nationwide Outrage

  • Nationwide protests erupted after federal immigration-enforcement shootings sparked outrage.
  • Lisa Gilbert links the rapid turnout to widespread alarm over escalating federal agent violence.
ANECDOTE

Minneapolis Rally After Renee Good's Death

  • In Minneapolis crowds demanded ICE leave after the killing of 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good.
  • Demonstrators chanted "Ice out for good" and voiced anger in multiple cities.
INSIGHT

Speed And Scale Signal Shared Shock

  • Organizers held about 1,000 peaceful events that were planned in 48 hours.
  • Gilbert says the speed and scale show the public sees themselves in these incidents and feels horror at escalating ICE and CBP violence.
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