Lincolnites Hold Vigil for Victims of Federal Agent Killings

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Residents of Lincoln, Nebraska gathered for a candlelight vigil on Tuesday to honor Renee Good and Alex Pretti, two individuals killed in recent federal immigration enforcement actions in Minnesota. This was the second such vigil held in Lincoln this week, as the community responds to the loss of life stemming from the ICE operations.

Why it matters

The vigils in Lincoln reflect growing concerns over the use of lethal force by federal agents, particularly in the context of immigration enforcement. The deaths of Good and Pretti have sparked outrage and renewed calls for greater oversight and accountability of federal law enforcement activities.

The details

The vigil in Lincoln brought together community members to mourn the loss of Renee Good, who was killed earlier this month during an ICE operation in Minnesota, as well as Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse who was also killed by federal agents this past Sunday in the same state.

• The vigil took place on Tuesday, January 28, 2026.
• Renee Good was killed earlier this month during an ICE operation in Minnesota.
• Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse, was killed by federal agents this past Sunday in Minnesota.