‘I’m begging, tone down the rhetoric’: Tom Homan appeals to ICE critics after Minneapolis shooting

Tom Homan urged critics of ICE to lower their rhetoric after Renee Nicole Good was fatally shot by an ICE agent in Minneapolis
PUBLISHED JAN 11, 2026
Tom Homan shared concerns about public and law enforcement safety, noting he’s buried Border Patrol and ICE agents and wants less bloodshed (Screengrab/@JasonJournoDC/X)
Tom Homan shared concerns about public and law enforcement safety, noting he’s buried Border Patrol and ICE agents and wants less bloodshed (Screengrab/@JasonJournoDC/X)


WASHINGTON, DC: White House border czar Tom Homan has called on critics of ICE to lower the intensity of their language after the 37-year-old mother, identified as Renee Nicole Good, was fatally shot by the federal agent in Minneapolis.

During an appearance on The 'Dr Phil Podcast,' Homan made an emotional appeal as crowds gathered to protest the death of Renee Good, stating, “I’m begging. Tone down the rhetoric.”

Tom Homan’s shares personal toll and pleads for peace

Tom Homan, during his appearance on the podcast, shared his concerns about the safety of both the public and law enforcement.

He explained the emotional toll of his career, saying, “In my career, I’ve buried Border Patrol agents, I’ve buried ICE agents, and the saddest thing I’ve ever had to do is hand a folded flag to a spouse or a child."

He continued his plea by saying, “So, for God’s sake, let’s tone the reddit down. Less blood. I don’t want to see more bloodshed. I didn’t want to see blood from day one.”

WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 6: White House Border Czar Tom Homan speaks on FOX News on the North Lawn of the White House on February 6, 2025 in Washington, DC. Homan has been appointed by President Donald Trump to oversee what the White House calls the largest
White House Border Czar Tom Homan speaks on FOX News on the North Lawn of the White House on February 6, 2025 in Washington, DC. Homan has been appointed by President Donald Trump to oversee what the White House calls the largest  'mass deportations' of undocumented immigrants in American history (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

Homan admitted that he is worried the situation will get worse before it gets better because of the harsh language being used. “With the rhetoric now, comparing ICE to murders and the Chief Secret Police, I’m afraid this is not over,” he said.

Dr Phil agreed with the border czar’s concern, responding, “I’m afraid you’re right.”

Federal probe begins after tragic shooting in Minneapolis

The fatal shooting of 37-year-old Renee Good, a mother of three, has sparked intense debate and anger across the country.

An ICE agent, identified as Jonathan Ross, shot and killed Good after her vehicle obstructed a roadway during a federal operation.

Renee Nicole Good, 37, identified by mother after Minneapolis ICE shooting (@krassenstein/X)
Renee Nicole Good, 37, identified by mother after Minneapolis ICE shooting (@krassenstein/X)

While ICE officials claim the agent acted in self-defense because Good used her car as a weapon, critics argue that she was simply trying to leave the scene and that the force used was excessive.

The FBI is currently investigating the incident to determine exactly what happened.

Protesters demand justice as Minneapolis streets turn volatile

In response to the shooting, protesters have filled the streets of Minneapolis to demand justice, leading to a heavy police presence.

On Friday night, authorities declared an unlawful assembly and arrested dozens of people as the situation grew increasingly volatile.

The tension has also affected the media, with NewsNation correspondent Ali Bradley forced to stop her report after protesters harassed her and called the crew names for reading ICE’s official statement.

Some protesters even smashed the windows of a government vehicle during the demonstrations.

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