Billionaire Bill Ackman gave $10,000 to a fundraiser for ICE agent Jonathan Ross.
Fatal Shooting Incident
Agent Ross shot and killed Renee Nicole Good on January 7. The shooting happened in Minneapolis, Minnesota, near her home. Good was 37 and a mother of three. State leaders said she was a legal observer at the scene.
Conflicting Reports Follow
Authorities say Good used her car as a weapon. They claim she tried to run over the officer. However, Good was unarmed during the raid. Videos show her trying to drive away before the shots.
High Profile Support
President Trump defended the officer on Truth Social. He called Good a disorderly person who acted violently. Also, JD Vance said the shooting was justified. Meanwhile, Ackman confirmed his donation on X.
Ackman Explains Gift
Ackman believes people are innocent until proven guilty. He also tried to give money to Good’s family. However, their GoFundMe page was already closed. It raised over $1.5 million for her children.
Famous Quotes
Ackman called the entire event a tragedy. “The whole situation is a tragedy.” He also described the officer’s difficult role. “An officer doing his best to do his job.”
Family Honors Renee
Good’s widow, Becca, spoke to MPR News. She thanked the public for their global support. She said Renee was a kind person made of sunshine. “Renee sparkled. She literally sparkled.”