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Protests Surge in Minnesota Following Renee Good's Death

1/18/2026

Summary

Story summary

Protests erupted in Minnesota after the January 9, 2026 death of Renee Good at the hands of ICE agent Jonathan Ross.
Good's death intensified calls to abolish ICE, with polls showing rising public support.
Critics argue ICE operates with impunity, citing a history of violence and racial profiling.
California Governor Gavin Newsom opposes abolishing ICE and supports reform, while allowing cooperation with ICE to prosecute violent criminals.

History

Historical Context

The Thirteenth Amendment, ratified on December 6, 1865, abolished slavery in the United States, following President Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation of 1863. Despite this legal change, systemic racism persisted, leading to ongoing struggles against racial injustice. Recent protests in Minnesota reflect this historical fight, as calls to abolish ICE highlight deep-rooted concerns about racial profiling and violence, influencing future civil rights reforms.

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Story summary

Protests erupted in Minnesota after the January 9, 2026 death of Renee Good at the hands of ICE agent Jonathan Ross.
Good's death intensified calls to abolish ICE, with polls showing rising public support.
Critics argue ICE operates with impunity, citing a history of violence and racial profiling.
California Governor Gavin Newsom opposes abolishing ICE and supports reform, while allowing cooperation with ICE to prosecute violent criminals.

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