Protesters disrupt Houston city council meeting over ICE shooting

Protesters gathered at the Houston City Council chamber on Tuesday to demand accountability after an incident in which an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent opened fire on a civilian named Lorenzo. During the meeting, demonstrators shouted “Justice for Lorenzo” and urged council members to investigate the shooting and review the agency’s use‑of‑force protocols.

The shooting, which occurred earlier that week near a Houston neighborhood, left Lorenzo wounded and sparked calls from community leaders for a transparent inquiry. City officials said they were aware of the incident and that the council would consider a resolution to request an independent investigation. The protest also highlighted broader concerns about ICE operations in Texas and the need for clearer oversight.

Council members are scheduled to discuss the matter in a special session later this week. The outcome of the meeting will determine whether Houston will pursue formal action against the ICE agent and what measures, if any, will be adopted to prevent similar incidents in the future.