February 4, 2026
DHS Inspector General investigates ICE use of force after fatal shootings; Congress demands accountability
Review launched Jan. 8 as Democrats demand faster timeline
🛂Immigration⚖️Justice
DHS Office of Inspector General opened a formal audit on January 8, 2026 examining ICE use of force practices after fatal shootings of two Americans in Minneapolis.
Renee Good was fatally shot by ICE agents on January 7, 2026. Alex Pretti was fatally shot by ICE agents on January 24, 2026. Both shootings occurred during immigration enforcement operations in Minneapolis.
Senators Elizabeth Warren and 
Ed Markey led Congressional pressure demanding the DHS IG expedite the investigation into ICE use of force and broader vetting practices.
The audit scope expanded to include ICE hiring surge practices, use of biometric data, and detention standards compliance during Trump administration immigration enforcement blitz.
Investigation comes amid nationwide protests over Operation Metro Surge and multiple incidents of federal agent violence against U.S. citizens.
🛂Immigration⚖️Justice
People, bills, and sources
Elizabeth Warren
U.S. Senator (D-MA)
Ed Markey
U.S. Senator (D-MA)
DHS Inspector General
DHS Office of Inspector General
Renee Good
American citizen killed by ICE
Alex Pretti
American citizen killed by ICE
What you can do
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civic action
File complaints with DHS Inspector General about ICE/Border Patrol misconduct
If you witnessed or experienced excessive force by ICE or Border Patrol agents, file a complaint to support the ongoing investigation into use-of-force tactics and patterns of misconduct.
2
civic action
Demand congressional oversight of DHS enforcement policies
Urge Congress to investigate DHS visitation restrictions, use-of-force policies, and accountability mechanisms for ICE and Border Patrol agents following multiple fatal shootings in Minneapolis.
3
civic action
Support families of victims of immigration enforcement violence
Donate to legal defense funds and advocacy organizations supporting families like the Goods and Prettis who lost loved ones to immigration enforcement violence.
4
civic action
Monitor and document ICE/Border Patrol activities in your community
Learn your rights during immigration encounters and document enforcement activities to support accountability efforts and protect community members.
5
civic action
Advocate for state and local police oversight of federal agents
Support legislation requiring federal immigration agents to coordinate with local law enforcement and be subject to the same accountability standards as police departments.
6
civic action
Join local immigrant rights advocacy groups
Connect with local organizations working to protect immigrant communities from excessive enforcement and advocate for comprehensive immigration reform.