By John Q. Hosedrinker 
Leading up to the shooting of Renee Nicole Good, MAGA figures were outraged by the alleged mistreatment of ICE agents, particularly the cancellation of hotel reservations. This manufactured victimhood narrative, pushed by the right, paints ICE agents as constantly under threat, justifying aggressive actions and preemptively defending violence against civilians. Following the shooting, this narrative was immediately amplified by Trump and his allies, portraying Good as a threat and ICE as the victims. This behavior reflects a pattern of denial, attack, and reversal of victim and offender, a tactic aimed at undermining truth and fostering a dangerous environment where lies are used to justify abuse.
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ICE is not the victim: MAGA lies can’t hide the real damage done to people like Renee Nicole Good. The tragic case of Renee Nicole Good, a woman shot and killed by an ICE agent, exposes the stark reality behind the manufactured outrage and propaganda spewed by MAGA supporters. Their relentless attempts to portray ICE as victims, and to deflect blame onto Good, are a calculated effort to conceal the truth and to justify acts of violence that are increasingly becoming commonplace. The incident itself, captured on multiple angles, presents a clear picture: Good was killed, not by a threat, but by the actions of an agent who seems to have disregarded established protocols and training.
The immediate reaction from MAGA figures, including high-ranking officials, was telling. Instead of expressing sorrow or offering any semblance of empathy, they swiftly moved to vilify Good, labeling her a “domestic terrorist” and part of a “coordinated” attack. This blatant disregard for the truth, and the rush to demonize a deceased woman, is not merely a misstep; it’s a deliberate tactic. These lies serve a dual purpose: they attempt to justify the agent’s actions, and they aim to stir up fear and hatred against those who dare to question authority. This is a common pattern in the MAGA playbook, a relentless effort to redefine reality in order to control the narrative.
The response from the public and the media to the killing of Renee Good showcases the outrage felt by people when these incidents happen. The fact that the agent stood in front of the vehicle, when ICE’s own training manuals explicitly advise against such actions, speaks volumes. According to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Training Manual used by ICE, officers should avoid standing in front of moving vehicles and should not use their bodies to block a vehicle’s path. Furthermore, deadly force is not to be used solely to prevent escape. The actions of the agent, and the subsequent attempts to justify them, paint a deeply troubling picture of a culture of impunity within ICE, a culture where accountability is evaded and where the lives of ordinary citizens are treated with reckless indifference.
The narrative crafted by MAGA seeks to portray ICE as a beleaguered force, bravely fighting against an unseen enemy. This false narrative completely ignores the experiences of the victims of ICE’s actions. Instead of focusing on the victim and her life, the narrative crafted by MAGA supporters consistently turns the focus to the agents involved, claiming they are victims of circumstance, simply doing their jobs in a dangerous world. But the reality is that the real damage is to people like Renee Nicole Good, whose lives are ended, whose families are shattered, and whose voices are silenced by the very institutions designed to protect them.
Moreover, the defense of the agent by the MAGA machine is a dangerous precedent. It sends a message that the lives of those who are perceived as threats to their agenda hold no value. It encourages a climate of fear and intimidation, where dissent is equated with terrorism, and where violence is seen as an acceptable response to any perceived challenge to their authority.
The attempts to downplay, misrepresent, or outright deny the facts surrounding the death of Renee Nicole Good are not merely mistakes. They are deliberate acts of obfuscation. They are designed to shield ICE from accountability, to protect the agents involved, and to advance the broader MAGA agenda of authoritarian control. The real issue is the abuse of power, the disregard for human life, and the cynical manipulation of the truth.
The fact that the Trump administration refused to allow the prosecution of the ICE agent is a clear indication that justice will not be served. It’s a reminder that we are in a battle to keep the rights we have, and we need to fight back as if it’s a war against a new fascist order.
As we move forward, it is important to remember Renee Nicole Good and all the other victims who have been affected by this dangerous shift. Their stories must be told, and their memories must be honored. We must resist the attempts to rewrite history. And above all, we must continue to fight for a society where justice, accountability, and the sanctity of human life are upheld above all else. This isn’t about politics or race; it’s about right and wrong.