Archive · 19 Jan 2026
Trump Considers Invoking Insurrection Act for Minneapolis
The mayor of Minneapolis, Jacob Frey, has said that the city is safe and does not need more federal agents to keep people safe.
He is against the idea of President Trump invoking the Insurrection Act, which would allow for more federal intervention.
Mayor Frey has stated that Minneapolis will not be intimidated and will not back down, no matter what pressure comes from Washington.
He has also said that the city will 'grin down this bear with peace'.
Mayor Jacob Frey of Minneapolis states the city is safe and does not need more federal agents.
Frey is against President Trump potentially invoking the Insurrection Act for Minneapolis.
The mayor emphasizes that Minneapolis will not be intimidated and will not back down.
Frey's message includes a commitment to 'grin down this bear with peace'.
The potential invocation of the Insurrection Act is seen as a 'shocking step' by the mayor.
- Who
- Mayor Jacob Frey of Minneapolis and President Donald Trump
- What
- Potential invocation of the Insurrection Act for Minneapolis
- When
- Not specified, but imminent
- Where
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Why
- To address safety concerns, according to potential federal intervention
- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Potential Act
- Insurrection Act
- Current Safety Status
- Safe according to Mayor Frey
- Mayor's Stance
- Against federal intervention
- Mayor's Message
- Not backing down, will grin down the bear with peace