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Jesse Ventura Slams Trump, Eyes Gubernatorial Run After ICE Shooting

1/10/2026

Summary

Story summary

Jesse Ventura, former governor of Minnesota, criticized President Donald Trump as a "draft-dodging coward" after the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis.
During a visit to Roosevelt High School, Ventura condemned the militarization of policing and praised the school's stance against ICE.
Ventura indicated a possible gubernatorial run following Governor Tim Walz's announcement not to seek reelection.
He labeled Good's shooting a tragedy and criticized both major political parties for neglecting constitutional rights.
Public protests are expected in response to Good's death.

History

Historical Context

The civil unrest in the U.S. during the 1960s, particularly highlighted by the establishment of the Kerner Commission in 1968, revealed systemic issues in policing, with 23% of African Americans reporting unfair treatment. This historical context resonates today as Jesse Ventura criticizes the militarization of police, echoing ongoing demands for civil rights and accountability, especially following incidents like Renee Nicole Good's death by an ICE agent.

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Story summary

Jesse Ventura, former governor of Minnesota, criticized President Donald Trump as a "draft-dodging coward" after the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis.
During a visit to Roosevelt High School, Ventura condemned the militarization of policing and praised the school's stance against ICE.
Ventura indicated a possible gubernatorial run following Governor Tim Walz's announcement not to seek reelection.
He labeled Good's shooting a tragedy and criticized both major political parties for neglecting constitutional rights.
Public protests are expected in response to Good's death.

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