Oklahoma City, January 12, 2026
In Oklahoma City, hundreds gathered at Scissortail Park to protest the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE officer in Minneapolis. The protest, part of a nationwide movement organized by the 50501 Movement, included chants and signs demanding accountability and calling for ICE to leave local communities. The demonstration was sparked by anger over government’s immigration enforcement practices and claims of misconduct. Local leaders have expressed deep mistrust of federal investigations following the incident, which has ignited protests across the nation.
Oklahoma City Residents Protest ICE Actions Following Fatal Shooting in Minneapolis
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – Hundreds gathered at Scissortail Park on Sunday, January 11, 2026, to protest the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer in Minneapolis. The rally, organized by the 50501 Movement, was part of a nationwide demonstration against ICE’s actions and policies. Protesters lined the sidewalks along Oklahoma City Boulevard and Robinson Avenue, holding signs condemning ICE and chanting slogans such as “ICE OUT For Good!” Drivers passing by honked and cheered in support.
The demonstration was fueled by anger over the fatal shooting of Renee Good, a 37-year-old mother of three, by an ICE officer in Minneapolis on January 7. Good was shot while sitting in her vehicle amid a federal immigration crackdown. ICE claimed she attempted to ram an officer with her car, but video footage appears to show her reversing away from officers before shots were fired. This incident has sparked widespread protests across the country, with demonstrators demanding accountability and calling for ICE to leave their communities.
In response to the protests, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced the deployment of “hundreds more” federal agents to Minneapolis to support ICE operations. She cited a recent welfare fraud scandal in Minnesota as justification for the increased federal presence, claiming agents will help expose corruption. However, local leaders, including Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, have expressed deep mistrust of federal investigators and requested that state agencies participate in any probe into Good’s death.
The protests in Oklahoma City are part of a larger movement against ICE’s actions and policies, with demonstrations taking place in cities across the United States, including Minneapolis, Portland, Oregon, and New York City. The nationwide outcry reflects growing public concern over immigration enforcement practices and their impact on communities.
FAQ
What prompted the protests in Oklahoma City?
The protests were prompted by the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother of three, by an ICE officer in Minneapolis on January 7, 2026. Demonstrators are demanding accountability and calling for ICE to leave their communities.
What is the 50501 Movement?
The 50501 Movement is an organization that coordinated the “ICE OUT For Good” rally in Oklahoma City. The movement is part of a nationwide demonstration against ICE’s actions and policies.
How has the federal government responded to the protests?
In response to the protests, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced the deployment of “hundreds more” federal agents to Minneapolis to support ICE operations. She cited a recent welfare fraud scandal in Minnesota as justification for the increased federal presence.
Have similar protests occurred elsewhere?
Yes, similar protests have occurred in cities across the United States, including Minneapolis, Portland, Oregon, and New York City. The nationwide outcry reflects growing public concern over immigration enforcement practices and their impact on communities.
Key Features of the Protests
| Location | Date | Organizer | Focus | Public Response |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City, Oklahoma | January 11, 2026 | 50501 Movement | Protest against ICE’s actions and policies following the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis | Hundreds gathered at Scissortail Park, holding signs and chanting slogans such as “ICE OUT For Good!” Drivers passing by honked and cheered in support. |
| Minneapolis, Minnesota | January 7, 2026 | Various local organizations | Protest against the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE officer | Tens of thousands marched through Minneapolis, chanting Good’s name and slogans such as “Abolish ICE” and “No justice, no peace — get ICE off our streets.” |
| Portland, Oregon | January 8, 2026 | Portland chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America | Candlelight vigil and protest following the shooting of two people by border agents | Hundreds gathered at an ICE building in Portland to protest, with police moving protesters from the facility before 9 p.m. |
| New York City, New York | January 8, 2026 | Various local organizations | Protest against ICE’s actions and policies following the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis | Over 1,000 people rallied in front of Philadelphia City Hall. Speakers recounted their own stories of mistreatment at the hands of ICE locally. |
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