US Military Prepares 1,500 Troops for Potential Deployment to Minnesota Amid Rising Protests
According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, the US Department of Defense (Pentagon) has directed 1,500 military personnel to prepare for potential deployment to Minnesota in response to escalating protests. The move comes amid heightened tensions following President Donald Trump’s threats to activate the Insurrection Act if state officials fail to curb violent demonstrations targeting immigration authorities.
The Washington Post reported that the military has placed these forces on high alert. Trump has labeled the protesters as professional agitators, warning of federal intervention if local authorities cannot prevent attacks on immigration officials.
The unrest was triggered by the fatal shooting of a woman by a US immigration officer, which sparked widespread protests across Minnesota.
