Ongoing protests and clashes in Minnesota have prompted a public warning from U.S. President Donald Trump that he could use the Insurrection Act to deploy federal forces. The situation intensified after recent demonstrations in Minneapolis against federal immigration enforcement personnel in the state.

Trump issued the threat on January 15, 2026, in response to protests that have arisen following the fatal shooting of a Minnesota resident by a federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent and a separate incident in the city. The unrest has included clashes between protesters and federal officers, drawing national attention.

In his public statement, Trump said he might invoke the Insurrection Act if state and local authorities fail to stop what he described as attacks on federal agents carrying out immigration enforcement. The Insurrection Act permits deployment of military forces domestically under specific circumstances.

Minnesota’s governor and local city officials have responded by urging de-escalation and disputing the characterization of events, noting ongoing protests and law enforcement actions on the ground. Authorities in the state are continuing to manage public safety and protest activity.

Federal law enforcement agencies have reported making numerous arrests in connection with the unrest, and demonstrations have continued as both local and federal entities focus on maintaining order. No formal invocation of the Insurrection Act has been announced as of the latest updates.