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DOJ Declines Investigation into Renee Good's Fatal Shooting

1/16/2026

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The Department of Justice will not open a civil rights investigation into Renee Good's fatal shooting by an ICE officer in Minneapolis, citing insufficient evidence.
At least six federal prosecutors from the DOJ Civil Rights Division resigned, expressing frustration over the lack of inquiry.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said there is no basis for a criminal investigation.
Federal officials say Good posed a threat by driving toward the officer.

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The Department of Justice will not open a civil rights investigation into Renee Good's fatal shooting by an ICE officer in Minneapolis, citing insufficient evidence.
At least six federal prosecutors from the DOJ Civil Rights Division resigned, expressing frustration over the lack of inquiry.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said there is no basis for a criminal investigation.
Federal officials say Good posed a threat by driving toward the officer.