U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent Jonathan Ross has thanked supporters after multiple fundraising campaigns raised hundreds of thousands of dollars in response to his involvement in the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis, according to GiveSendGo co-founder Jacob Wells.
Wells said Monday that he spoke with Ross, who expressed appreciation for the financial backing. The GiveSendGo campaign had raised more than $204,000 toward a $300,000 goal as of Monday. Other fundraising efforts for Ross have also grown quickly, including a GoFundMe page that had collected more than $370,000. Altogether, crowdfunding efforts for Ross total more than $570,000.
“I just got off the phone with the ICE agent involved in this horrible situation. He is extremely appreciative of the support from all of you,” Wells wrote on X. “We will be releasing funds soon to him so he doesn’t have to worry about his family’s or his safety.”
Why it matters
Good, a 37-year-old mother, was killed on January 7. The shooting has triggered protests in multiple cities and fueled renewed arguments over immigration enforcement tactics, use-of-force standards and who should oversee investigations involving federal agents.
Federal officials have defended Ross’ actions, while state and local leaders have disputed the self-defense narrative. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has said video evidence contradicts claims that Good “weaponized” her vehicle. Minnesota Democrats have also questioned why the investigation is being handled solely by federal authorities after the FBI prevented state and local law enforcement from reviewing key evidence.
Competing fundraising drives—one supporting Ross and another supporting Good’s family—have become a visible measure of how polarized the response has been.
What to know
Ross, 43, is an Iraq War veteran who served with the Indiana Army National Guard from 2002 to 2008, earning multiple service medals including the Army Commendation Medal and Iraq Campaign Medal. After returning from deployment in 2005, he joined the Border Patrol in 2007 and became an ICE deportation officer in 2015.
Court testimony indicates Ross works in fugitive operations targeting high-value suspects and serves as a team leader on the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force. He is also described as a firearms instructor, active shooter instructor and SWAT team member.
In June 2024, Ross was injured during an arrest attempt when a suspect—Roberto Carlos Munoz, described in court records as a convicted sex offender—dragged him about 100 yards after Ross’ arm became caught in a vehicle window. Ross required 33 stitches, and Munoz was later convicted of assault on a federal officer.
The GiveSendGo fundraiser, titled “Stand With Our Brave ICE Hero,” frames the shooting as self-defense during a snowy operation in which ICE vehicles were stuck. The fundraiser alleges Good accelerated her car toward agents and says Ross fired to “neutralize the threat.” It also criticizes Frey’s past comments about ICE operations and says donations will cover Ross’ personal costs, family protection and related expenses.
The GoFundMe page for Ross was created by Clyde Emmons, who argued the agent should receive support and criticized media coverage of the case.
GoFundMe’s policies prohibit fundraisers intended for the legal defense of anyone formally charged with a violent crime, though Ross has not been charged. A spokesperson said the only verified fundraiser connected to the incident supports Good’s family.
Billionaire Bill Ackman confirmed donating to Ross’ GoFundMe and cited the principle of “innocent until proven guilty.” He said he also planned to donate to Good’s family fundraiser but found it closed when he tried.
A GoFundMe for Good has raised more than $1.5 million after starting with a $50,000 goal, as of 6:30 p.m. Monday. Good is survived by three children, including a 6-year-old son who had previously lost his father.
What people are saying
Jonathan Ross GiveSendGo fundraiser description: The fundraiser claims agents were targeted during an operation and says the shooting was an act of self-defense.
Bill Ackman, on X: He said he donated to Ross’ fundraiser based on “innocent until proven guilty,” described the situation as “a tragedy,” and said he intended to support Good’s family as well.
Jonathan Ross’ father, Ed Ross, told the Daily Mail: He said the agent will not be charged.
Good’s wife, Becca Good, in a statement to MPR News: She said they stopped to support neighbors, described a confrontation with armed agents, and said Good’s family is now facing the loss while raising their children.
Vice President JD Vance: He defended the agent in a White House press conference, calling the incident a federal matter and arguing the agent is protected by “absolute immunity” while doing his job.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey: He said public claims from federal officials did not match the video and disputed the allegation that Ross was run over.
What happens next
A federal investigation into Good’s death is ongoing. Minnesota officials continue pushing back against the decision to exclude state and local agencies from participation, leaving the case under FBI control. Whether Ross will face charges remains unclear.
GoFundMe says it is still reviewing Ross’ fundraiser for compliance with platform rules. Meanwhile, immigration enforcement operations are expected to continue in the Twin Cities, and protests are likely to persist in the coming days.
