John Mulaney Postpones Minneapolis Shows Amid ‘Unsafe Situation
- Protests are ongoing in multiple U.S. cities, including Austin, Boston, Cincinnati, Dallas, and New York, following the shooting of Renee Nicole Good, 31, by an Immigration and Customs...
- The incident occured during a reported confrontation between ICE agents and individuals in a vehicle.
- Tensions increased further on Thursday afternoon when Border Patrol agents shot and wounded two individuals in Portland, Oregon, during a vehicle stop.
Comedian John Mulaney has postponed his shows in Minneapolis this weekend as protests continue across the city condemning the fatal shooting of local mother and poet, Renee Nicole Good, by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent.
Protests Erupt Following ICE Shooting in Minneapolis
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Protests are ongoing in multiple U.S. cities, including Austin, Boston, Cincinnati, Dallas, and New York, following the shooting of Renee Nicole Good, 31, by an Immigration and Customs enforcement (ICE) agent in Minneapolis on Thursday, July 6, 2024.
Details of the Shooting
The incident occured during a reported confrontation between ICE agents and individuals in a vehicle. minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey strongly condemned the shooting,disputing claims of self-defense by the agent. Frey stated, “Having seen the video myself, I want to tell everybody directly – that is bulls.This was an agent recklessly using power, resulting in somebody dying.”
Escalation in Portland
Tensions increased further on Thursday afternoon when Border Patrol agents shot and wounded two individuals in Portland, Oregon, during a vehicle stop. This seperate incident occurred amidst the broader unrest related to the Minneapolis shooting.
Minneapolis Mayor’s Response
Mayor Frey publicly demanded that ICE agents leave Minneapolis,stating,”get the f out of our city.” This strong rebuke reflects the growing criticism of ICE’s operations and use of force.
Background on Renee Nicole Good
Renee Nicole Good, the woman fatally shot, was a mother of five. The shooting is under investigation by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA). The BCA confirmed on July 7, 2024, that they are investigating the incident as a use-of-force case. The Independent reports that Jonathan Ross, good’s boyfriend, was also injured in the shooting.
Federal Agent Shooting in Portland
The Portland shooting involved two Border Patrol agents who were injured during a vehicle stop. Details remain limited, but the incident is being investigated by federal authorities. The Independent reported on the Portland shooting on July 6,2024.