President Trump has warned that he may use the Insurrection Act to quell ongoing protests in Minneapolis, following a second shooting involving federal immigration agents. The law allows the president to deploy the U.S. military or national guard for domestic law enforcement with state governors' consent.
The latest incident occurred on Wednesday when federal officers confronted three people involved in a car crash near the scene of a previous fatal shooting by an ICE agent. During the confrontation, two other individuals emerged from nearby apartment and attacked the officer, prompting him to fire several shots. The individual was hit by his vehicle during the encounter but survived.
Trump's threat comes amid ongoing protests over the treatment of Renee Good, 37, who died after being shot by an ICE agent during a traffic stop on January 7. Demonstrations have become routine in Minneapolis since then, with protesters calling for accountability and an end to immigration enforcement operations.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey described the situation as "unprecedented," stating that the federal presence has overwhelmed his city. He characterized the deployment of federal agents as an "invasion" and warned that further escalation would only deepen the crisis.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz sharply criticized the federal immigration enforcement operation, labeling it "organized brutality." He stated that the actions no longer resemble routine immigration enforcement but rather a campaign to intimidate and harass residents.
Federal officials have made more than 2,500 arrests in Minnesota since November as part of an expanded enforcement operation. The operation has been marred by allegations of racial profiling and excessive use of force.
The Department of Homeland Security said that the officers involved in the latest shooting were following protocol but acknowledged that the situation was tense. There is no indication yet that Trump will formally invoke the Insurrection Act, which would require a coordinated effort from state governors to support federal law enforcement operations.
However, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has stated that any attempt to use the law would be met with immediate legal challenge. The events in Minneapolis have also raised concerns about federal immigration enforcement in Michigan and Detroit, where residents and advocacy groups are organizing protests against cooperation with federal agents.
The latest incident occurred on Wednesday when federal officers confronted three people involved in a car crash near the scene of a previous fatal shooting by an ICE agent. During the confrontation, two other individuals emerged from nearby apartment and attacked the officer, prompting him to fire several shots. The individual was hit by his vehicle during the encounter but survived.
Trump's threat comes amid ongoing protests over the treatment of Renee Good, 37, who died after being shot by an ICE agent during a traffic stop on January 7. Demonstrations have become routine in Minneapolis since then, with protesters calling for accountability and an end to immigration enforcement operations.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey described the situation as "unprecedented," stating that the federal presence has overwhelmed his city. He characterized the deployment of federal agents as an "invasion" and warned that further escalation would only deepen the crisis.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz sharply criticized the federal immigration enforcement operation, labeling it "organized brutality." He stated that the actions no longer resemble routine immigration enforcement but rather a campaign to intimidate and harass residents.
Federal officials have made more than 2,500 arrests in Minnesota since November as part of an expanded enforcement operation. The operation has been marred by allegations of racial profiling and excessive use of force.
The Department of Homeland Security said that the officers involved in the latest shooting were following protocol but acknowledged that the situation was tense. There is no indication yet that Trump will formally invoke the Insurrection Act, which would require a coordinated effort from state governors to support federal law enforcement operations.
However, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has stated that any attempt to use the law would be met with immediate legal challenge. The events in Minneapolis have also raised concerns about federal immigration enforcement in Michigan and Detroit, where residents and advocacy groups are organizing protests against cooperation with federal agents.
just wondering when did we lose sight of using our words to resolve conflicts instead of resorting to violence and militarization? the latest incident in minneapolis is a stark reminder that these tactics only lead to more harm and division... we need to find a better way to address our issues, one that doesn't involve arming federal agents or deploying the national guard...
what's next? deploying tanks or something? the insurrection act is just an excuse for him to flex his muscles and show who's boss, but really he's just going to create more chaos and hurt innocent people... and those 2500 arrests they've made in MN since Nov? that's just a bunch of people getting caught up in this mess for no reason... and what about the fact that ICE agents have been involved in fatal shootings before? shouldn't we be holding them accountable instead of trying to quell protests with more military presence?
. I remember when protests were all about having a voice, not fighting people who just wanna do their jobs. What's happening in Minneapolis right now is wild. I mean, Renee Good died because of someone wearing an ICE badge 
. It's like, what's the point of having laws if they're not being enforced fairly? And Trump is threatening to bring in the military... that's some scary stuff 
. The politicians are all like "oh no, invasion" but I'm over here thinking "hold up, how did we get to this point?" 
. And now people in Detroit are organizing protests too... it's like, can't we all just talk about this stuff instead of taking to the streets? 
. I mean, Renee Good's death was a huge injustice, but using the Insurrection Act? That's like taking it to the next level 
. And 2,500 arrests in MN since Nov? That sounds super suspicious 
. What's going on here is more than just immigration issues... it's about trust & safety in our communities 
. Trump should try to find a way to address these concerns without escalating things 
It could lead to a huge mess, especially in cities that already feel overwhelmed by the protests. Minneapolis is already dealing with a lot, and now they're talking about using the military or national guard? That sounds like a recipe for disaster! 
I mean, Minnesota Gov Tim Walz is right, it feels like an invasion, not some kind of routine law enforcement operation. And what about the arrests that have been made since November? Like, how many people are being unfairly targeted because of their immigration status? 
We need to make sure we're holding our leaders accountable for their actions and not just letting them play politics with our safety and well-being. 
this whole situation is just a mess... i mean think about it, president trump wants to send in the military because of some protests that started after an ice agent killed someone during a traffic stop 
. but what's really going on here? it seems like they're trying to intimidate people and make them quiet down 
. and now tim walz is saying its an "invasion" and keith ellison is gonna challenge it in court 
. it's just so... unnecessary 
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I mean, come on, he's already got a bad rep for stirring up drama, don't wanna add military intervention to the mix... that'll just make things worse in Minneapolis. It's all about accountability, fam! The fact that ICE agents are using excessive force and harassing residents is straight up unacceptable. And let's not forget, this has nothing to do with national security, it's all about politics as usual 