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WMU students hold anti-ICE rally
Dozens march in solidarity with Minneapolis over recent ICE shootings
Jan. 30, 2026 at 6:15am
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Dozens of Western Michigan University students marched across campus in an anti-ICE protest, expressing solidarity with Minneapolis following the recent shooting deaths of U.S. citizens Renee Good and Alex Pretti by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.
Why it matters
The protest highlights growing concerns over the actions of ICE and the vulnerability of students who are speaking out against the federal agency's tactics, even at the risk of potential consequences for their academic standing and future careers.
The details
The rally was organized by the College Democrats at WMU, with other student groups like Broncos for Michigan also joining the march. Ellena Ransom, the president of College Democrats at WMU, said the students took time out of their day and put in the effort despite 'being very vulnerable with our degrees and with our presence here on campus'.
- The protest took place on January 29, 2026.
The players
Ellena Ransom
The president of the College Democrats at Western Michigan University, who organized the anti-ICE protest.
Renee Good
A U.S. citizen who was shot and killed by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Minneapolis earlier this month.
Alex Pretti
A U.S. citizen who was also shot and killed by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Minneapolis earlier this month.
What they’re saying
“We took time out of our day and put in the effort despite 'being very vulnerable with our degrees and with our presence here on campus'.”
— Ellena Ransom, President, College Democrats at Western Michigan University
The takeaway
The protest at Western Michigan University reflects the growing concerns and activism among college students over the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, even in the face of potential risks to their academic and professional futures.
