Brothers of Woman Killed by Immigration Officer Urge Congress to Act

Renee Good's brothers call for change after her death and another protester's killing by federal agents in Minneapolis

Feb. 3, 2026 at 10:39pm

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The brothers of Renee Good, a U.S. citizen killed by a federal immigration officer in Minneapolis, testified before Congress, urging lawmakers to take action in response to the violence and community impact of immigration enforcement operations. They described their sister as a kind and hopeful person whose death has forever changed their lives.

Why it matters

The deaths of Good and another protester, Alex Pretti, have sparked outrage and calls to rein in the use of force by immigration officers, particularly in the context of President Trump's mass deportation agenda. The brothers' testimony highlights the human toll of these incidents and the need for Congress to address concerns about immigration enforcement tactics.

The details

Good, a 37-year-old mother of three, was shot and killed by an immigration officer on January 7th. Her death and that of protester Alex Pretti just weeks later have led to demands for change. During a congressional hearing, Good's brothers Luke and Brett Ganger spoke about the 'deep distress' of losing their sister in 'such a violent and unnecessary way.' They did not go into the specifics of the incident, but painted their sister's death as a turning point that should inspire reforms to immigration operations.

  • Renee Good was shot and killed by an immigration officer on January 7, 2026.
  • Alex Pretti, another protester, was killed by federal agents just weeks after Good's death.

The players

Renee Good

A 37-year-old U.S. citizen and mother of three who was killed by a federal immigration officer in Minneapolis.

Luke Ganger

The brother of Renee Good who testified before Congress about her death and called for action.

Brett Ganger

The brother of Renee Good who testified before Congress about her death and shared a eulogy for his sister.

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What they’re saying

“The completely surreal scenes taking place on the streets of Minneapolis are beyond explanation. This is not just a bad day, or a rough week, or isolated incidents. These encounters with federal agents are changing the community and changing many lives, including ours, forever.”

— Luke Ganger, Brother of Renee Good

“She believed tomorrow could be better than today. She believed that kindness mattered. And she lived that belief.”

— Brett Ganger, Brother of Renee Good

What’s next

The congressional panel that heard the brothers' testimony is expected to consider legislative proposals to address concerns about immigration enforcement tactics and use of force.

The takeaway

The tragic deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti have become a rallying cry for reforming immigration enforcement practices, with Renee's brothers urging Congress to take action to prevent similar incidents from changing more lives forever.