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LA Protests Demand Justice for Renee Good, End ICE Raids

1/11/2026

Summary

Story summary

On January 8, 2026, protests in Los Angeles gathered at Mariachi Plaza to demand justice for Renee Nicole Good, fatally shot by an ICE agent in Minneapolis.
Centro CSO organized the demonstration with support from various local groups, and video evidence led officials to label ICE's self-defense narrative as false.
Demonstrators urged prosecution of the officer involved and an end to immigration enforcement.
Organizers emphasized the need for community defense against immigration raids.

History

Historical Context

The Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965, signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson on October 3, abolished discriminatory national quotas that favored European immigrants. This landmark legislation led to increased immigration from Asia and Latin America, reshaping U.S. demographics. Ongoing protests at Mariachi Plaza highlight the tensions surrounding immigration enforcement, reflecting the enduring struggle for rights and representation within these diverse communities.

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Story summary

On January 8, 2026, protests in Los Angeles gathered at Mariachi Plaza to demand justice for Renee Nicole Good, fatally shot by an ICE agent in Minneapolis.
Centro CSO organized the demonstration with support from various local groups, and video evidence led officials to label ICE's self-defense narrative as false.
Demonstrators urged prosecution of the officer involved and an end to immigration enforcement.
Organizers emphasized the need for community defense against immigration raids.

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