Police Arrest Protesters at Minneapolis Federal Building on 1-Month Anniversary of Woman's Death

Demonstrators gathered to mark the death of Renee Good, killed by immigration officers, and Alex Pretti, sparking outrage over Trump's immigration crackdown.

Feb. 7, 2026 at 10:47pm

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Police in Minneapolis arrested several demonstrators on Saturday outside a federal building, breaking up a protest marking the one-month anniversary of Renee Good's death at the hands of an immigration officer. Good's killing, along with that of Alex Pretti just weeks later, has stoked nationwide outrage over President Trump's immigration enforcement efforts. Scores of protesters gathered, throwing objects at police, before officers declared the gathering unlawful and made arrests.

Why it matters

The deaths of Good and Pretti have become central figures in the polarizing immigration debate in Minnesota, with state and local officials rejecting the Trump administration's characterization of Good as a domestic terrorist. The protests highlight growing tensions over the federal government's immigration crackdown in the state.

The details

Police arrested at least several demonstrators outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis, after the crowd started throwing bottles, sex toys, and chunks of ice at a line of officers guarding the property. A deputy was hit in the head, and a squad vehicle's windshield was smashed, according to a statement from the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office. Police declared the gathering unlawful and ordered protesters to leave, with about 100 remaining in a standoff with deputies, state troopers, and state conservation officers.

  • The protest took place on February 8, 2026, marking the one-month anniversary of Renee Good's death on January 7, 2026.
  • Alex Pretti was killed on January 24, 2026, just weeks after Good's death.

The players

Renee Good

A 37-year-old Minnesota woman killed by an immigration officer on January 7, 2026, as she was driving away from the officers. Her death has sparked outrage over the Trump administration's immigration crackdown.

Alex Pretti

A Minneapolis resident killed on January 24, 2026, during a scuffle with immigration officers. His death, along with Good's, has become central to the polarizing immigration debate in Minnesota.

President Donald Trump

The current President of the United States, whose administration's immigration crackdown has been the focus of criticism and protests in Minnesota.

Becca Good

The wife of Renee Good, who issued a statement saying the immigration effort is hurting people in Minneapolis and that their names must be known.

Chief Arvol Looking Horse

A Lakota spiritual leader who led a ceremony at a protest in Minneapolis honoring Renee Good and Alex Pretti.

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What they’re saying

“You know my wife's name and you know Alex's name, but there are many others in this city being harmed that you don't know — their families are hurting just like mine, even if they don't look like mine. They are neighbors, friends, co-workers, classmates. And we must also know their names. Because this shouldn't happen to anyone.”

— Becca Good, Wife of Renee Good (The Associated Press)

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.