Based on information available as of this moment (Saturday, January 10, 2026), the United States has witnessed approximately 1,000 demonstrations in response to the killing of Renee Nicole Goode.
- Scale and Locations of Demonstrations.
The U.S. is witnessing a massive wave of coordinated protests under the banner “ICE Out for Good” (a play on her surname and a demand to oust the immigration agency). Reports indicate hundreds of demonstrations (with some sources estimating over 1,000 events) nationwide throughout this weekend.
Key cities that have seen or are seeing protests:
- Minneapolis, MN (Epicenter): The largest and most sustained protests, specifically at Powderhorn Park and in front of federal buildings.
- Philadelphia, PA: Marches toward federal detention centers.
- Indianapolis, IN: Hundreds gathered at Monument Circle.
- Austin and Pflugerville, TX.
- Portland, OR: Witnessed violent protests and another shooting related to the protests.
- Fayetteville and Durham, NC.
- Santa Barbara, CA.
- Atlanta, GA.
- Champaign, IL.
- Plus events in: Florida, Ohio, Kansas, New Mexico, and Michigan.
- Calls to Protest Today or Tomorrow.
Today (Saturday, January 10, 2026): This is considered the main National Day of Action. Organizations like “Indivisible” and immigrant rights coalitions called for mobilization in all 50 states. Demonstrations are taking place right now (at the time of writing) in main squares and outside federal buildings.
Tomorrow (Sunday, January 11, 2026): Protests and vigils are expected to continue in many cities, particularly in Minneapolis and Portland, due to the significant momentum and rapid developments, even though Saturday was the scheduled central mobilization day.
- Quick Background (Context).
The Incident: Renee Nicole Goode (37, poet and mother) was killed by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) fire on Wednesday, January 7, in Minneapolis while inside her vehicle.
Reason for Outrage: There is a stark conflict in narratives; the Trump administration labeled her a “domestic terrorist” who attempted to run over agents, while her family and circulating videos insist she was trying to drive away and the shooting was aggressive and unjustified. Additionally, the victim was a U.S. citizen and a member of the LGBTQ+ community, which broadened the scope of solidarity with her.
Sources: CNN, MSNBC, AP
The New York Times and The Washington Post
Star Tribune (Minneapolis - primary source for original event details and central protests).
The Philadelphia Inquirer (Philadelphia).
The Indianapolis Star (Indianapolis).
Austin American-Statesman (Texas).
The Oregonian (Portland - for coverage of events currently in progress).
Source -> https://xcancel.com/JamalCheaib/status/2010084833381294495
I think another is about the nature of legality and the constitution that I alluded to here: https://lemmygrad.ml/post/10312486/7571460
It is a subject to be cautious about in how we discuss it, but it is nevertheless important. If people view morality/ethical action as something the constitution is capable of doing a fine job at as long it’s actualized in its written principles, where will they have the impetus to challenge the colonial roots of it and, by extension, colonialism as a whole? For example, if they see Trump only as someone who is breaking from the constitution rather than seeing him as someone who is behaving much like the genocidal “founding fathers” did: using legality mixed with narrative as a means of enacting their exploitative goals, not as a means of liberation.
Yes breaking peoples faith in the constitution is also necessary. I think you’re average liberal would want the second amendment removed. Which is fine with me. Some of the most restrictive nations on the subject of gun control are AES states. China, Cuba, Venezuela and even historically the USSR had/have strong restrictions on personal ownership of firearms. The difference is that under the dictatorship of the proletariat it is the proletariat class that holds the monopoly on violence.
However, before that can be implemented, it must be made clear to liberals that a force capable of liberating them from fascism, a force able to protect their interests must be armed. The 2nd amendment poses a powerful contradiction in the struggle for social revolution in America.
Prior to the revolution an armed force will have to be built which will strain the existing constitution, forcing disarmament of the movement.
Post revolution disarming reactiaries will be a priority. Drawing a new constitution will eliminate the need for the 2nd amendment since any liberation force that was built on the backs of the 2nd amendment would become the revolutionary guard, taking the role of the military and law enforcement.
The first hurdle is getting liberals to accept armed protection and escort while these protests unfold. This armed protection needs to be trained and ordly. Effectively, a true left wing militia would need to be formed. This structure doesn’t exist in any real capacity, and building it alone would draw attention from the state. Which will pull out the COINTELPRO playbook as a means of disruption.
All of this is a massive undertaking. Nearly every state would need this formation in some way. It will inevitably require a portion of the reactionary population to change sides. What it would take for that to happen is anyone’s guess.