Anti-ICE protests enter third day in Austin after fatal shooting
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Key Points:
- Austinites protested for a third consecutive day against the killing of Renee Nicole Good by ICE officer Jonathan Ross in Minneapolis, demanding ICE cease operations in Austin.
- At least five arrests were made during Saturday's protests outside the J.J. Pickle federal building, where police used pepper balls to disperse demonstrators amid clashes with state and local law enforcement.
- Protesters, including Austin-area Congressman Greg Casar, condemned the shooting as avoidable and symbolic of government failure, urging continued activism and emphasizing courage and kindness.
- Community members expressed fear and frustration over ICE's presence, highlighting concerns that federal immigration enforcement now threatens both immigrants and citizens alike.
- Demonstrations were largely peaceful, with significant public support shown through chants,
