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Trump Protects Protesters in Iran, but Not at Home | Perspective

Trump Protects Protesters in Iran, but Not at Home | Perspective

Summary

President Donald Trump has taken different approaches to protests in Iran and the United States. He expressed support for Iranian protesters and issued warnings against violence toward them. However, in the U.S., protests related to immigration have seen a strong response, including the deployment of troops and increased ICE operations.

Key Facts

  • President Trump defended sending National Guard troops to Los Angeles during protests against ICE.
  • Trump warned Iran against harming peaceful protesters, saying the U.S. might rescue them.
  • An ICE agent shot Renee Nicole Good during a federal immigration operation in Minneapolis.
  • Trump described Good as having deliberately tried to harm an ICE agent, before any formal investigation.
  • The U.S. has initiated a significant immigration crackdown with 2,000 officers in Minnesota.
  • Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey disputed the federal narrative of the shooting, criticizing the official portrayal.
  • Trump has authorized the use of force to protect ICE and labeled Antifa a "major terrorist organization."

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