Protesters express frustrations with Democratic leaders after Renee Nicole Good’s death

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (WRGB) — The death of Renee Nicole Good has ignited a wave of protests in the Capital Region, with hundreds gathering on Saturday to honor her memory and demand accountability for the actions of ICE agents.

The protests have extended to Saratoga Springs, where demonstrators expressed their growing frustration with Democratic lawmakers, accusing them of not doing enough to halt deportations under President Trump’s immigration policies, which continue into 2026.

The fatal shooting in Minnesota has prompted calls for an end to ICE operations nationwide.

“This is an American citizen that was exercising her free speech rights and was murdered in cold blood,” Ellen Aimone, a protester with Indivisible ADK Saratoga, stated.

Carol Margulies, an organizer with Indivisible ADK Saratoga, described the incident as chilling and hard to watch.

“The point-blank killing of Renee Nicole Good sent a chill down my spine,” she said.

Protesters voiced their dissatisfaction with New York Democratic lawmakers.

Aimone expressed her disappointment with Democratic leaders, both locally and in Washington, telling CBS6 that Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has lost her vote.

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“They should be walking out of Congress. They should refuse to allow anything to go on government-wise until things change,” Aimone said.

Jenna Reinhardt, a young protester, highlighted the disconnect between lawmakers and constituents, urging them to be more engaged and supportive of acts like New York for All. She emphasized the importance of educating younger generations about current events.

“There needs to be a lot of change happening. It starts with protests in the streets. It starts with learning more about your primary elections and even the little elections like mayoral stuff,” Reinhardt said.

In response to the shooting, several Democratic leaders have pushed for the immediate passage of legislation aimed at holding federal agents accountable. New York State Sen. Pat Fahy, a proponent of several bills, acknowledged the need for immigration reform but stated, “This is not how you get it.”