A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent fatally shot a 37-year-old woman in Minneapolis Wednesday morning, prompting protests and calls for the agency's withdrawal from the city. The shooting occurred around 10:25 a.m. local time and is currently under investigation by the FBI.

Federal officials stated that the woman, identified as Renee Nicole Good, attempted to run over ICE agents with her vehicle. However, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey disputed this account, alleging the agent acted recklessly. Frey, a Democrat, used an expletive in urging the agents to leave the city following the incident.

Videos circulating on social media, filmed by bystanders, show a maroon SUV obstructing a residential street. As ICE agents approached the vehicle, it attempted to drive away, at which point one of the agents pointed a firearm and discharged at least two shots.

The deployment of hundreds of ICE agents to Minneapolis is part of a broader White House initiative focused on curbing illegal immigration. This operation has faced increasing scrutiny and opposition from local officials and community activists who argue that it disproportionately targets minority communities and undermines public safety.

The shooting has ignited a debate about the appropriate use of force by law enforcement, particularly in the context of immigration enforcement. Critics argue that the incident highlights a pattern of excessive force and a lack of accountability within ICE. Supporters of the agency maintain that agents are authorized to use deadly force when they reasonably believe their lives or the lives of others are in imminent danger.

The FBI is currently conducting a thorough investigation into the shooting, including reviewing video footage, interviewing witnesses, and examining forensic evidence. The findings of the investigation will be submitted to the Department of Justice, which will determine whether any criminal charges are warranted. The incident is likely to further intensify the ongoing debate surrounding immigration enforcement policies and the role of ICE in American society.