Tragedy struck the family of Renee Nicole Good when she was fatally shot by an ICE agent, but in the midst of heartbreak, an unexpected wave of generosity has changed their lives.
Within just a couple of days, a GoFundMe campaign set up to support Good’s wife, Rebecca, and their three children has raised more than $1.5 million.
Originally seeking only $50,000 to help the family cope with their devastating loss, the campaign has been flooded with donations—nearly 38,000 contributions have poured in, including a single anonymous gift of $50,000.
The response has left organizers and the Good family both humbled and astonished.
“My family met Renee and Becca after they moved here, and we quickly became friends,” co-organizer Becka Tilsen shared.
“Thank you all for your compassion. They feel this tidal wave of care, and it truly matters.”
The Fatal Incident
The tragic shooting occurred on a Wednesday afternoon when ICE officer Jonathan “Jon” Ross fired three shots at Good after she allegedly ignored commands to exit her SUV.
Bodycam and surveillance footage later showed Good’s vehicle moving toward Ross, though it remains unclear whether it made physical contact.
After the shots, her SUV collided with two parked cars before coming to a stop.
Additional video footage revealed that Good had stopped her SUV in the road for around four minutes prior to the shooting.
Around 20 seconds after she arrived, her wife Rebecca reportedly exited the car and began filming the incident, raising questions about the sequence of events.
Community Reactions and Debate
The killing has ignited a global debate.
Many Democrats have condemned Ross, calling him a murderer, while Trump administration officials—including Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem—have defended him as a trained officer acting in self-defense.
Ross’s supporters argue that he reacted to a perceived threat when it seemed Good might drive her vehicle toward him.
Video of the encounter, however, has led to skepticism about the self-defense claim, prompting investigations by the FBI and calls from Minnesota authorities for further review.
Protesters and local leaders, including Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, have openly rejected the administration’s narrative.
Family Background and Local Involvement
The Good family moved to Minnesota last year after briefly living in Canada following Donald Trump’s 2024 election victory.
Renee became active in her son’s charter school community and in a local “ICE Watch” group, which monitors and seeks to prevent immigration raids.
Rebecca has admitted on camera that she encouraged Renee to attend the protest where the shooting occurred.
Witnesses said the couple was acting as legal observers, documenting the protest, though Good’s mother, Donna Ganger, insists her daughter would not have participated in demonstrations against ICE.
Officer Ross’s History
Jonathan Ross is an Iraq War veteran with nearly two decades of service in Border Patrol and ICE.
Since 2015, he has served as a deportation officer.
Last summer, Ross was seriously injured when he was dragged by a fleeing sex offender while making an arrest in Bloomington, Minnesota, requiring 33 stitches.
Conflicting Narratives
Vice President JD Vance has defended Ross, claiming Good’s death was a “tragedy of her own making” and linking her to left-wing activism.
Meanwhile, local officials and protesters argue that the video evidence does not support claims of self-defense.
As investigations continue, the case remains a flashpoint for debates over law enforcement, immigration enforcement tactics, and the line between public protest and personal safety.
What Comes Next
The Good family continues to grieve while navigating newfound wealth from the crowdfunding effort.
Meanwhile, the investigation into the shooting is ongoing, with the FBI, local authorities, and activists closely monitoring developments.
Questions remain about accountability, the role of ICE, and how incidents like this will be handled in the future.
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