The Lead with Jake Tapper

Minnesota Officials Say FBI Blocked Them From ICE Shooting Probe

Jan 9, 2026
Ryan Young, CNN reporter in Minneapolis, dives into the escalating tensions following the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer. He shares insights into the protests, highlighting the intense interactions between demonstrators and federal agents. The conversation touches on claims that the FBI is obstructing local investigations, raising questions about federal oversight and community trust. With emotions running high, Young captures the atmosphere on the ground as calls for justice resonate throughout the city.
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INSIGHT

Federal Officials Prejudge The Shooting

  • Federal leaders quickly declared the ICE agent justified before investigations concluded, shaping public perception.
  • That pre-judgment raised concerns about the fairness and independence of the probe.
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FBI Controls Evidence, States Locked Out

  • The FBI took control of the crime scene and evidence and then limited Minnesota's BCA access.
  • That move intensified local mistrust and fueled protests in Minneapolis.
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Video Timeline Undercuts Clear Claims

  • Multiple videos show the encounter unfolded in seconds with the officer circling the vehicle and drawing his gun rapidly.
  • Visuals do not clearly show the officer being struck, complicating the administration's claims.
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