DHS Inspector General investigates ICE use of force after fatal shootings. Congress demands accountability
Review launched Jan. 8 as Democrats demand faster timeline
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.
Key Concepts
Essential concepts and terms to understand this topic
Procedural Due Process
Fair procedures that government must follow—notice, hearing, neutral decision-maker—before taking someone's life, liberty, or property.
Presidential Finding
Written presidential authorization required before the CIA can conduct covert operations abroad.
Sanctuary City
Cities that limit local law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration agents to protect residents from ICE enforcement.
Social Media Surveillance
Government monitoring of individuals' social media accounts and posts for enforcement purposes.
Key People
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Elizabeth Warren
U.S. Senator (D-MA)
Led Congressional coalition pressing DHS Inspector General to expedite reviews of ICE use of force and CBP operations.
Ed Markey
U.S. Senator (D-MA)
Co-led Congressional demands for accountability and expedited IG investigation into ICE deadly force incidents.
DHS Inspector General
DHS Office of Inspector General
Opened formal audit on January 8, 2026 examining whether ICE properly investigates excessive force allegations and holds agents accountable.
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Renee Good
American citizen killed by ICE
Fatally shot by ICE agents on January 7, 2026 in Minneapolis. Her death triggered Congressional demands for investigation.
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Alex Pretti
American citizen killed by ICE
Fatally shot by ICE agents on January 24, 2026 in Minneapolis. Second fatal shooting intensified Congressional pressure.
What you can do
File complaints with DHS Inspector General about ICE/Border Patrol misconduct
civic action
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.
Demand congressional oversight of DHS enforcement policies
civic action
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.
Support families of victims of immigration enforcement violence
civic action
Donate to legal defense funds and advocacy organizations supporting families like the Goods and Prettis who lost loved ones to immigration enforcement violence.
Monitor and document ICE/Border Patrol activities in your community
civic action
Learn your rights during immigration encounters and document enforcement activities to support accountability efforts and protect community members.
Advocate for state and local police oversight of federal agents
civic action
Support legislation requiring federal immigration agents to coordinate with local law enforcement and be subject to the same accountability standards as police departments.
Join local immigrant rights advocacy groups
civic action
Connect with local organizations working to protect immigrant communities from excessive enforcement and advocate for comprehensive immigration reform.