Richmond Protesters Rally After Fatal ICE Shooting of U.S. Citizen

Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Richmond on Saturday to protest the fatal shooting of Renee Good, a U.S. citizen who was killed during an encounter with a federal ICE agent in Minneapolis earlier in the week. The Richmond demonstration was part of a wave of protests held nationwide as communities demanded accountability and justice in the wake of the shooting.

Despite heavy rain, approximately 300 people assembled along Broad Street, rallying beneath the Maggie Walker statue. Protesters voiced outrage over the incident, in which Good was shot three times by the agent. Several cellphone videos circulating online have intensified public scrutiny and fueled questions about the actions taken during the encounter.

Demonstrator Te’Shaun Cleckley said the protest represented unity and care rather than fear or intimidation. He challenged those who support the agent’s actions to rethink what patriotism truly means, emphasizing that protecting and caring for one’s community should be central to national values.

The Trump administration has publicly defended the actions of ICE and federal law enforcement. Donald Trump said Friday that his administration would continue to stand behind ICE, border patrol, and law enforcement officers nationwide.

The shooting has also sparked legal debate over whether federal agents can claim immunity in such cases. Legal analysts note that under the Constitution’s Supremacy Clause, a federal officer may only avoid prosecution if their actions fall within the scope of their official duties, a determination that could ultimately be decided by a federal judge.

Cleckley urged protesters and supporters to remain committed to the cause, saying the movement is rooted in love for the community and future generations. He encouraged continued mobilization in Good’s memory as calls for justice continue across the country.