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Billie Eilish Slams ICE as Protests Erupt in Minneapolis

1/10/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Billie Eilish condemned the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on Instagram, labeling the agency a "terrorist group" and urging followers to contact Congress.
Renee Nicole Good was shot during an ICE operation on January 7 in Minneapolis.
The Department of Homeland Security defended the officer, saying Good attempted to run over agents.
Protests erupted in Minneapolis as backlash grew against Eilish and others criticizing ICE.

History

Historical Context

Established in 2003 under the Homeland Security Act, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) was created in response to the September 11 attacks, absorbing functions from the Immigration and Naturalization Service. Since then, ICE has faced criticism for its aggressive deportation tactics, with over 200,000 deportations annually, intensifying public scrutiny and protests, especially following the shooting of Renee Nicole Good in 2026.

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Story summary

Billie Eilish condemned the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on Instagram, labeling the agency a "terrorist group" and urging followers to contact Congress.
Renee Nicole Good was shot during an ICE operation on January 7 in Minneapolis.
The Department of Homeland Security defended the officer, saying Good attempted to run over agents.
Protests erupted in Minneapolis as backlash grew against Eilish and others criticizing ICE.

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