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Local Officials Demand Federal Evidence in Shooting Case

2/4/2026

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Moriarty Demands Evidence

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty demands evidence related to the shooting death of Renee Good by a federal agent on January 7.
Moriarty says federal investigators are not pursuing the case, complicating local efforts.
Governor Tim Walz expressed concerns about the investigation's fairness.
Attorney General Keith Ellison criticized the lack of federal cooperation.
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has been denied access to key evidence and witnesses.

Right

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Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) called for a Justice Department investigation into anti-ICE protests, labeling them a 'coordinated nationwide operation' funded by wealthy left-wing groups.
He argues the protests are not grassroots but organized with significant financial backing.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche confirmed ongoing investigations into a 'massive underground fraud network' in Minneapolis and linked it to the protests, stressing funding-source tracing and the protests' unusual timing.

History

Historical Context

The FBI faced significant scrutiny during the Watergate scandal in 1972, leading to a 60% public distrust in federal investigations. This historical context highlights ongoing tensions between local authorities and federal agencies, as seen in Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty's recent demand for evidence in Renee Good's shooting, reflecting persistent challenges in accountability and community trust in law enforcement.

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Moriarty Demands Evidence

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty demands evidence related to the shooting death of Renee Good by a federal agent on January 7.
Moriarty says federal investigators are not pursuing the case, complicating local efforts.
Governor Tim Walz expressed concerns about the investigation's fairness.
Attorney General Keith Ellison criticized the lack of federal cooperation.
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has been denied access to key evidence and witnesses.

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