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AP report: Army orders military police to get ready for possible Minneapolis deployment

AP report: Army orders military police to get ready for possible Minneapolis deployment

Summary

The U.S. Army has asked some soldiers to be ready to possibly go to Minneapolis. They might help if needed because of protests happening there.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. Army ordered extra soldiers to prepare for a possible deployment to Minneapolis.
  • These preparations are in response to protests related to immigration enforcement by the Trump administration.
  • The soldiers are part of a military police brigade from Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
  • A defense official provided this information anonymously, as the plans are sensitive.
  • The troops, if deployed, would likely support civil authorities.
  • The orders are precautionary and do not mean that the deployment is certain.

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