Protesters gather at North Dakota Capitol following ICE shooting in Minneapolis
More than 100 people gathered at the North Dakota State Capitol in Bismarck on Jan. 11 to protest the fatal shooting of Renee Good, a 37-year-old woman who was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Minneapolis, according to KXNET. Demonstrations also took place in Fargo and Grand Forks, the outlet reported.
Protesters held signs and waved American flags as speakers criticized the shooting and broader federal leadership. Rod Reetz told KXNET he was “shocked” by the killing, adding, “We are shooting our own citizens.” Scott Gefrow voiced opposition to President Donald Trump, saying he did not view the president as a role model. The gathering included counter-protesters, including former Bismarck Mayor Marlan Haakenson, who spoke in support of ICE enforcement and said public demonstrations are a freedom to be cherished, according to the outlet.
While tensions rose at times, the protest remained peaceful. Organizers said a designated person handled de-escalation, and a local minister led a prayer during the event.
- 1.KXNET.
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