All In with Chris Hayes Trump's threat of Insurrection Act looms over Minnesota
Jan 16, 2026
In a riveting discussion, Sherilyn Ifill, a prominent civil rights lawyer and former NAACP leader, sheds light on the Insurrection Act's historical implications and current threats. David Noriega, an investigative reporter focusing on ICE's use-of-force incidents, reveals alarming patterns of agents firing into vehicles, highlighting the systemic issues within DHS. They both explore the risks of federal overreach, the potential for unrest provoked by federal tactics, and the troubling links between extremist rhetoric and federal recruiting practices.
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Federal Deployments As A Pretext
- The Trump administration is using ICE deployments to manufacture chaos and justify invoking the Insurrection Act.
- Chris Hayes argues the federal presence is creating disorder that could be used as a pretext for military intervention.
Avoid Feeding The Pretext
- Don’t give federal forces the pretext they seek by responding with violence or property destruction.
- Officials like Tim Walz and Jacob Frey urge peaceful protest to avoid triggering harsher measures.
Perception Of Occupation Among Residents
- Many Minnesotans report the federal presence feels like an occupation rather than routine law enforcement.
- Hayes and Ifill link that perception to deliberate federal tactics and rhetoric.