President Trump threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act to quell anti-ICE protests in Minneapolis. The move follows unrest over federal immigration enforcement. Protests erupted after an ICE agent shot a man in the leg.

The incident occurred after DHS reported an agent was attacked by three Venezuelan nationals. The alleged weapons were a shovel and broom handle. Tensions were already high after the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good, 37, last week. This earlier shooting sparked nationwide protests. The latest protests included vandalism.

Invoking the Insurrection Act would allow deployment of active-duty military for law enforcement. This has sparked debate about federal overreach. Critics cite potential for escalation and militarization of domestic law enforcement. Supporters argue it's necessary to restore order.

The Insurrection Act is a 19th-century law. It grants the President power to use military force within US borders under specific conditions. ICE's power to use force is also under scrutiny. The agency's policies and training are being reviewed.

The situation remains fluid. Further protests are expected. Legal challenges to the potential invocation of the Insurrection Act are likely. The Justice Department is reportedly preparing a legal justification.