The US Army is preparing for a possible deployment to Minneapolis as protests intensify over immigration enforcement under the Trump administration. A defense official, under anonymity, confirmed that troops at Fort Bragg in North Carolina are on standby.
Additionally, approximately 1,500 soldiers from Alaska's 11th Airborne Division have received similar orders. President Trump has threatened to use the Insurrection Act, an infrequently invoked law, to deploy active-duty troops. However, he subsequently moderated his stance.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has urged President Trump against sending more troops, advocating for public safety through shared purpose and trust. Past deployments in cities like Los Angeles and legal challenges reflect ongoing tensions.
