Bill Ackman Donates $10,000 to ICE Agent Who Shot Good
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A GoFundMe fundraiser backing ICE agent Jonathan Ross — the federal officer who fatally shot Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis — has drawn widespread controversy after quickly raising large sums of money online. The campaign has alarmed advocates, legal experts, and members of the public who argue that supporting an officer involved in a civilian’s death crosses a line, especially while official investigations into the incident remain unresolved.
The fundraiser — titled “ICE OFFICER Jonathan Ross” — was started by a private organizer and explicitly positioned as a way to support Ross, including coverage of potential legal expenses, as questions continue over whether charges should be brought in the killing of Good.
What Happened in the Minneapolis ICE Shooting
On January 7, 2026, 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good, a mother of three, was shot and killed by ICE agent Jonathan Ross during a federal immigration enforcement operation in south Minneapolis. Video footage captured portions of the encounter — including bystanders filming as Good’s vehicle moved in the vicinity of officers before Ross fired multiple shots through the car’s window.
Officials from the Department of Homeland Security defended the shooting at the time, alleging that Good “weaponized” her vehicle and posed a threat. President Donald Trump also publicly defended Ross’s actions, framing Good as a “professional agitator” who allegedly ran over an officer prior to being shot, though independent footage raised questions about those claims.
In the wake of her death, a separate GoFundMe for Good’s family rapidly surpassed expectations, raising more than $1.5 million — far beyond the initial $50,000 goal — before being closed by organizers. Those funds are intended to support Good’s widow and her young son.
GoFundMe’s Terms of Service Under Scrutiny
The campaign supporting Ross has drawn scrutiny not only for its moral implications but because it appears to conflict with GoFundMe’s own terms of service. The platform’s rules specifically prohibit fundraisers that raise money for the “legal defense of financial and violent crimes, including those related to … murder,” making the fundraiser’s clear intent controversial.
Despite this, the campaign remained active at the time of reporting, with GoFundMe stating its Trust & Safety team was reviewing all fundraisers connected with the Minneapolis shooting to determine if they complied with platform policies.
According to platform documentation, any campaign found to violate the terms will be removed — but the Ross fundraiser was still live and continuing to accumulate donations, leaving many observers frustrated and confused over why enforcement was not immediate.
The ICE Agent: Who Is Jonathan Ross?
Jonathan Ross, 43, has been identified as the ICE agent involved in the fatal shooting. He has worked for ICE since 2015 after spending earlier years with the U.S. Border Patrol and serving in the military. Videos of the encounter show Ross stepping into view as Good’s vehicle moved and then firing multiple shots through the side window, with some footage capturing him calling Good derogatory names after the shooting.
While Ross has not been formally charged with any crime, the FBI is investigating the incident. State authorities have expressed concern about access to key evidence, as federal officials have limited local participation in the investigative process — raising tensions between Minneapolis leaders and federal agencies.
Public Reaction and Polarization
The fundraiser’s existence has ignited a fierce online debate. Supporters of the campaign argue that Ross deserves legal protection and that the presumption of innocence is a core principle of the U.S. justice system. Philanthropist Bill Ackman publicly donated $10,000 to the fundraiser, saying he believes in that legal principle and indicated he attempted to support Good’s family as well, but missed the opportunity after their page closed.
However, critics see the campaign as emblematic of deeper divisions in the country over law enforcement accountability and immigration policy. Some online communities have actively urged reporting the fundraiser to GoFundMe for violating terms; others have organized protests and memorial events under banners like #ICEoutforGood to call for systemic change and justice for Good.
What Happens Next
As the debate over the fundraiser and the shooting intensifies, the situation continues to raise broader questions about crowdfunding ethics, law enforcement accountability, and how powerful online platforms manage highly sensitive political cases. With legal investigations ongoing and public sentiment sharply divided, the Minneapolis shooting — and the controversy around its aftermath — looks set to remain a focal point in national discussions on policing, immigration enforcement, and community safety.
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