Wednesday, January 14th — Today marks one week since Renee Nicole Good was shot and killed in her SUV by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Minneapolis, and tensions are still high as federal officials double down on their response. Officials say the agent suffered internal bleeding after the encounter and defend his actions as self-defense, even as protests continue across Minnesota and nationwide.

We break down what unfolded in federal court today, where a judge denied Minnesota’s request for an immediate restraining order to halt ICE operations but left the door open to further legal challenges as both sides prepare for more hearings later this week.

Plus, Renee Good’s family has taken the next step by hiring the same civil rights law firm that represented George Floyd’s relatives as they consider a possible lawsuit against federal authorities, a move that could shape the legal fight over the shooting.

We also dig into the Justice Department’s announcement that it does not currently plan to open a criminal civil rights investigation into Good’s death, a decision that has led to a wave of resignations from federal prosecutors in Minnesota and Washington amid growing criticism of how the case is being handled.

Also today, transit workers speak out after ICE activity interfered with Metro Transit operations, and new details emerge about national political pressure and funding battles linked to Minnesota’s response.

Join Maria Lisignoli and Johnny Kahner for today’s episode of 4 Things to Know.

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