The families of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, the two young people killed in a shooting involving ICE agents in Minnesota, delivered emotional testimony during a congressional hearing on Wednesday.
The heartbreaking hearing focused on the circumstances surrounding the deadly incident and raised serious questions about the use of force by federal immigration officers.
Renee Good, 19, and Alex Pretti, 20, were fatally shot during an ICE operation earlier this year. Their families described the pair as bright, kind, and full of promise, saying their deaths have left an irreplaceable void in their lives.
Renee’s mother, fighting back tears, told lawmakers: “My daughter was not a threat. She was a teenager with dreams. She deserved to come home that night.”
Alex Pretti’s father also spoke, calling for a full independent investigation into the shootings and stricter oversight of ICE operations.
The testimony comes amid growing public concern and protests over the increasing number of violent encounters involving immigration enforcement officers. Lawmakers from both parties expressed condolences to the families while debating proposed reforms to ICE protocols and use-of-force policies.
The incident has sparked nationwide debate about immigration enforcement tactics, accountability, and the safety of both officers and civilians during such operations.
No final conclusions were reached during the hearing, but the emotional statements from the victims’ families are expected to put additional pressure on Congress to review current ICE procedures.
Our thoughts remain with the families of Renee Good and Alex Pretti as they continue to seek answers and justice
