Joe Keery Criticizes Trump and ICE: “Zero Human Decency
- Joe Keery has called out President Donald Trump for defending ICE after an officer fatally shot a US citizen.
- On Wednesday (January 8), a 37-year-old poet and mother of three was shot dead behind the wheel of her car by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent.
- The incident happened on a residential street in Minneapolis and, soon after, the president was speedy to defend the actions of the ICE agent, writing on Truth Social...
Joe Keery has called out President Donald Trump for defending ICE after an officer fatally shot a US citizen.
On Wednesday (January 8), a 37-year-old poet and mother of three was shot dead behind the wheel of her car by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent.
The incident happened on a residential street in Minneapolis and, soon after, the president was speedy to defend the actions of the ICE agent, writing on Truth Social that he had reviewed footage from the moment and concluded that the officer was acting ”in self-defense”.
“The woman screaming was, obviously, a professional agitator, and the woman driving the car was very disorderly, obstructing and resisting, who then violently, willfully, and viciously ran over the ICE officer, who seems to have shot her in self-defence,” he said.
He then shared an update about the ICE agent, adding: “It is hard to beleive he is alive, but is now recovering in the hospital.”
Trump divided opinion with his comments about the victim – named as Renee Nicole Good – with many criticising him for being so quick to justify the shooting.
one to have spoken out is musician and Stranger Things star Joe Keery,who took to social media to hit out at the president for his lack of compassion for the woman killed. Taking to Instagram Stories, Keery shared a photo of Trump’s Truth Social post, and wrote over the top: “Zero human decency. Stop this man”.
Joe Keery calls out Donald Trump over his response to an ICE agent fatally shooting a woman.
“Zero human decency stop this man.” pic.twitter.com/y7wX0d5ZhK
– Stranger Things Memes (@sthingsmeme) January 9, 2026
Others to have called out Trump include Minneapolis mayor Jacob Frey, who attended a press conference and said: “They’re already trying to spin this as an action of self-defence. Having seen the video myself, I want to tell everybody directly – that is bullshit.”
Frey also shared a message aimed directly at ICE, telling agents in the city to “Get the fuck out of Minneapolis.”
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz also called out Trump and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem - who alleged that Good attempted to run over ICE officers in “an act of domestic terrorism” – saying: “You’ve done enough.[The state] doesn’t need any further help from the federal government”.
“To Donald Trump and Kristi Noem: You’ve done enough … I’ve issued a warning order to prepare the Minnesota National guard. We have soldiers in training and prepared to be deplo
Joe Keery Criticizes South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem’s Comments on Protestor
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The article reports that actor Joe Keery, known for his role in Stranger Things, has criticized South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem‘s response to the death of protester Ashley Good. The article also details a statement made by Noem’s deputy, Tricia McLaughlin, regarding Good. Additionally, it mentions Keery’s recent success with his music project, Djo.
Verification & updates (as of 2026/01/09 17:29:16):
The core facts of the article remain consistent with reporting from multiple reputable news sources as of today’s date. Here’s a breakdown of verification and updates:
* Ashley Good’s death: Ashley Good died in December 2023 after being struck by a vehicle during a protest in South Dakota. Initial reports indicated she was protesting against a proposed carbon dioxide pipeline. (Source: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/ashley-good-south-dakota-protester-dies-carbon-dioxide-pipeline-rcna93499)
* Kristi Noem’s Statement: Governor Noem initially described Good’s death as a “tragic situation” and later, in a post on X (formerly Twitter), stated it was a “tragedy of her own making.” This statement drew widespread criticism. (Source: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/dec/29/south-dakota-governor-ashley-good-pipeline-protest)
* Tricia McLaughlin’s Statement: Tricia McLaughlin, Noem’s deputy, did indeed call Good a “violent rioter” and accused her of “weaponizing her vehicle” in a post on X. (Source: The article’s linked X post: https://twitter.com/TriciaOhio/status/2008957179793998266)
* Stranger things season 5: The fifth and final season of Stranger Things concluded on Netflix on January 1, 2024, and did achieve record viewership numbers. (Source: https://www.netflix.com/tudum/stranger-things-season-5-viewership)
* Djo’s Music Success: Joe Keery, under the moniker Djo, did see his song “End Of The Beginning” reach the top of Spotify’s global chart, surpassing Taylor Swift’s song. (Source: https://www.nme.com/news/music/djos-end-of-the-beginning-dethrones-taylor-swift-from-top-of-spotify-chart-after-stranger-things-finale-3921762)Breaking News Check: As of January 9, 2026, there have been no significant new developments in the examination into Ashley Good’s death or the controversy surrounding Governor Noem’s statements. The case remains a subject of ongoing debate regarding protest rights and political rhetoric.
Joe Keery
Joe Keery is an American actor and musician.He is best known for his role as Steve Harrington in the Netflix series Stranger Things.
Stranger Things and Career
Keery gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Steve Harrington in Stranger Things. The fifth and final season of the show concluded on January 1, 2024, achieving record viewership on Netflix.
Music Career (Djo)
Beyond acting, Keery performs music under the name Djo.His song “End Of The Beginning” recently topped Spotify’s global chart, surpassing Taylor Swift’s “The Fate Of Ophelia.”
Kristi Noem
Kristi Noem is the current Governor of South Dakota.
Controversy Surrounding Ashley Good’s Death
Governor Noem faced significant criticism for her comments following the death of Ashley Good, a protester