Minnesota Representative Angie Craig isn’t holding back, calling a recent act of vandalism “unacceptable” after a memorial dedicated to Renee Good was set ablaze, as reported by The Hill. This chilling act of desecration has sparked outrage and a renewed call for accountability within the Minneapolis community.
“Renee’s family and the Minneapolis community deserve the chance to mourn her,” Craig wrote on X on Wednesday. She added, “This is unacceptable and we must hold anyone involved in this hateful incident accountable.”
Minneapolis police and firefighters rushed to the scene after reports of a fire at the memorial site on Tuesday. By the time officers arrived, the flames had already been put out. Thankfully, no one was injured in the incident, though some parts of the memorial did sustain damage, according to a statement from the city.
Clearly, the fight for justice and respect for these memorials is far from over
The city of Minneapolis quickly reposted a statement from Mayor Jacob Frey on X, emphasizing their commitment to the community. “We will always prioritize giving our community space to grieve and heal,” the statement read, adding, “Everyone should respect the space around the memorial.” The city also mentioned they’re working on next steps, including engaging the community to preserve the memorials for both Renee Good and Alex Pretti.
Renee Good, a 37-year-old mother, was tragically shot and killed by Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer Jonathan Ross on January 7. Her killing, along with Alex Pretti’s death at the end of January, occurred during the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in Minnesota. Both individuals were killed by federal agents in separate incidents, which sparked intense criticism from residents and elected officials across the state.
In fact, Trump border czar Tom Homan announced just last week that the operation is finally coming to a close after all that uproar. These incidents have led to urgent calls from Democrats in Congress for significant reforms within the Department of Homeland Security. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has also been pushing hard for impartial investigations into both killings, especially after state investigators reported being blocked from accessing crucial materials related to the cases.
Minneapolis City Council member Jason Chavez, who represents the district where Good was killed, posted a picture of a burned fence from the memorial site, calling the incident “despicable.” He also took a moment to thank the neighbors and observers who helped put out the fire.
Chavez confirmed he’s reached out to the Minneapolis Fire Department and the Office of Community staff to work with the community and address any concerns. He also reiterated, “We’re still asking for justice for Renee Good and Alex Pretti.”
Published: Feb 19, 2026 12:30 pm