In the wake of ongoing protests in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd, President Donald Trump’s recent threat to invoke the Insurrection Act has sparked intense controversy and debate. The Insurrection Act, dating back to 1807, allows the President to deploy the military within the United States to suppress civil disorder, insurrection, and rebellion. Trump’s threat has raised concerns about the potential escalation of tensions and the militarization of response to protests.
Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota has responded by mobilizing the state National Guard to support law enforcement efforts in maintaining order. However, the possibility of federal military intervention has stirred strong reactions from local officials and residents. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has expressed shock at the prospect of Trump invoking the Insurrection Act, calling it a “shocking step” in an interview with NBC News’ “Meet the Press.”
Frey’s concerns are echoed by many who fear that deploying the military could further inflame the situation and undermine the community’s trust in law enforcement. The Mayor has also criticized the presence of federal agents in the city, describing them as an “occupying force” that has disrupted efforts to keep the peace.
In a related development, Mayor Frey revealed that he is under investigation by the Trump administration for “having a different opinion.” This revelation underscores the deep political divisions and tensions surrounding the response to the protests in Minneapolis.
The situation is further complicated by the detention of a Libyan man, Hani Duglof, in Minnesota by ICE agents. Duglof, who is in the U.S. for medical treatment for a rare skin condition, has been detained along with his brother. Their case highlights the broader issues of immigration enforcement and human rights in the midst of a volatile political climate.
As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the Trump administration will proceed and how local officials and residents will respond to the potential deployment of federal military forces. The outcome of these developments could have far-reaching implications for civil liberties, law enforcement, and the relationship between the federal government and local communities.
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References:
1. https://www.npr.org/2026/01/18/nx-s1-5680362/the-latest-from-minnesota-after-trump-threatened-to-invoke-the-insurrection-act
2. https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/minneapolis-mayor-jacob-frey-trump-invoke-insurrection-act-troops-rcna254651
3. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/minneapolis-mayor-jacob-frey-says-federal-agents-are-an-occupying-force/
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