Kristi Noem defends ICE agent's self‑defense claim in Minneapolis shooting

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem reiterated that an ICE agent acted in self‑defense in the Minneapolis shooting; local leaders and video footage have disputed that account, and the Minnesota BCA said it would withdraw as the FBI leads the investigation.

Kristi Noem said an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent who shot and killed a 37‑year‑old woman in Minneapolis acted in self‑defense and was responding to what she described as an "act of domestic terrorism." She repeated Department of Homeland Security claims that the woman used her vehicle as a weapon. Local and state leaders, eyewitnesses and available video footage have disputed the DHS account. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) announced it would withdraw from the investigation and federal authorities said the FBI will lead the probe. Known developments: - The DHS and Secretary Noem said the ICE agent acted in self‑defense and characterized the incident as an attack on federal officers. - Video footage and statements from local leaders and eyewitnesses have been reported as disputing the DHS description of events. - The Minnesota BCA said it would withdraw from the investigation after being told the FBI would lead and that it would not have access to case materials. - Noem said she was not opposed to sending additional federal agents to Minneapolis and discussed continuing communication with local officials. Summary: The differing official accounts have intensified local criticism and prompted protests in multiple cities. The Minnesota BCA has said it will withdraw and the FBI will lead the investigation; further investigative steps have not been specified.