Trump framed the possibility as a measure to protect U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents and restore order, accusing state and city officials of failing to contain what he described as attacks on federal officers. The remarks came amid a surge in immigration operations and growing protests that have drawn sharp opposition from Minnesota officials.
Supporters of the former president argue the threat reflects a willingness to enforce federal law and protect officers operating in hostile environments, particularly in jurisdictions they view as undermining immigration enforcement. Critics, however, see the language as a provocative use of executive power—one that risks blurring the line between civilian law enforcement and military force, and tests constitutional limits on presidential authority.
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