Summary
President Donald Trump warned he might use the Insurrection Act to deploy U.S. troops to Minnesota if state officials don't calm protests against federal immigration agents. The protests in Minneapolis follow recent shootings involving federal immigration officers, including a fatal one. Trump’s statement led to responses from Minnesota officials and discussions about the Insurrection Act’s powers.
Key Facts
- President Trump is considering using the Insurrection Act to send military troops to Minnesota.
- The Insurrection Act allows the president to deploy troops within the country to restore order.
- Protests in Minneapolis have risen due to recent shootings by federal immigration agents.
- Trump criticized Minnesota officials for not controlling the protests.
- Minneapolis leaders argue against these actions, criticizing the federal agents’ conduct.
- The Insurrection Act has been used by presidents 30 times in U.S. history.
- The last use of the Act was during the 1992 Los Angeles riots.
- Only the president can decide when to use the Insurrection Act.
