Trump Defends ICE Operations Amid Protests in Minneapolis
US President Donald Trump defended federal immigration enforcement actions following a deadly ICE operation in Minneapolis. The operation resulted in the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Renée Nicole Good, prompting widespread protests and criticism. Trump criticized local leaders for opposing ICE, stating that the agency is removing violent criminals. He threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act to deploy military forces if protests against ICE do not cease. The Pentagon has placed approximately 1,500 active-duty soldiers on prepare-to-deploy orders amid escalating tensions. Public opinion remains divided, with a majority of Americans deeming the shooting unjustified. Since early last week, nearly 3,000 federal agents have been sent to Minneapolis and St. Paul as part of a broader enforcement initiative targeting cities led by Democratic officials.
Published 1 day ago • 18 Jan 2026, 06:54 PM IST