Summary
The U.S. Pentagon has ordered 1,500 soldiers to be ready for possible deployment to Minnesota. President Trump is considering using the Insurrection Act, which would allow military intervention in domestic matters. The decision follows increased tensions between state and federal officials after an ICE officer shot a Minneapolis woman.
Key Facts
- The Pentagon has put 1,500 active-duty soldiers on alert for potential deployment to Minnesota.
- President Trump is considering invoking the Insurrection Act to allow military intervention.
- An ICE officer shot and killed a Minneapolis woman, increasing tension in the area.
- President Trump initially threatened to use military force if state leaders did not stop protests and unrest.
- Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey opposed the deployment of troops, calling it a "shocking step."
- A federal judge recently limited actions federal agents can take against peaceful protesters.
- Polls show many Americans are uncomfortable with current immigration enforcement tactics.
- Tensions are high, with federal officers and state leaders accusing each other of misconduct.
