The Lawfare Podcast Lawfare Daily: The Legal Fallout After a Fatal ICE Shooting in Minneapolis
Jan 9, 2026
The podcast dives into the controversial shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE officer in Minneapolis. Eyewitness videos clash with official statements from the DHS and the White House, raising critical questions about the use-of-force policies. The discussion also explores the complexities of prosecuting federal agents at the state level and the nuances of federal investigation protocols. With insights on jurisdictional issues and potential civil litigation, the hosts unravel the tangled web of legal repercussions surrounding this high-profile case.
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Federal Officer Immunity Hinges On Reasonableness
- Federal agents enjoy conditional immunity if they acted while performing duties and were objectively reasonable.
- The key legal test focuses on whether the officer reasonably believed there was an imminent threat of death or serious injury.
Bystander Video Shows Shots Through Windshield
- Multiple bystander videos show an ICE agent firing three shots through a windshield as a slow-moving car moved forward.
- The car then drifted right and struck another vehicle about 50 feet away, and the driver died from the crash.
Unusual Public Commentary On Ongoing Probes
- Public statements about ongoing investigations by agency heads or the president deviate from historical practice.
- Such commentary risks prejudicing investigations and appears more common under the current administration.