The brother of a woman fatally shot by federal immigration agents has delivered an emotional testimony condemning the ongoing enforcement tactics that he says continue to instil fear in Minneapolis communities. Luke Ganger, whose sister Renee Nicole Good was killed by federal agent Jonathan Ross on January 7, spoke at a Capitol Hill hearing organised by Senator Richard Blumenthal and Representative Robert Garcia.
Testimony Highlights Lack of Change
Ganger expressed profound disappointment that his sister's death has failed to bring about any meaningful reform in immigration enforcement practices. He described the persistent heavy presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers in Minneapolis as "beyond explanation" and detailed how it continues to cause significant anxiety among Hispanic and Latino residents.
Community Impact and Personal Struggle
The testimony revealed the deep and lasting impact these incidents have had on both the wider community and Ganger's own family. He shared his personal struggle in attempting to explain the situation to his young daughter, highlighting the human cost of what he perceives as aggressive enforcement measures.
This hearing forms part of a broader congressional inquiry into federal agents' use of force, coming just three weeks after another Minneapolis resident, ICU nurse Alex Pretti, was also killed by federal law enforcement. Senator Blumenthal used the forum to call for concrete action to prevent what he termed "lawless brutality" by federal agents.
Broader Implications for Immigration Policy
The emotional testimony underscores growing concerns about immigration enforcement methods in American cities and raises serious questions about accountability and reform. Ganger's powerful words have brought renewed attention to the human consequences of current policies and the urgent need for congressional oversight and change.
