A file photo of Donald Trump/People gather for a vigil after the Minneapolis shooting (AP)
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News1809-01-2026, 07:02

Trump Defends ICE Officer in Fatal Minneapolis Shooting, Blames Victim

  • Donald Trump defended an ICE officer who fatally shot Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis, blaming the victim for the encounter.
  • Trump claimed Good attempted to run over an ICE agent, showing video footage to reporters to support his assertion.
  • Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and state officials sharply disputed the federal account, calling it "garbage" and "bullshit" after reviewing videos.
  • Bystander videos show an officer firing into Good's SUV as it moved, but it's unclear if the officer was struck.
  • The shooting sparked widespread protests in Minneapolis and other major US cities, with state officials demanding involvement in the FBI-led investigation.

Why It Matters: Trump defended an ICE officer's fatal shooting in Minneapolis, sparking federal-local dispute and protests.

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