TRUMP100 Is Trump about to invoke the Insurrection Act in Minneapolis?
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Jan 16, 2026 In a tense atmosphere in Minneapolis, protests erupt as law enforcement and activists clash, highlighted by the presence of armed ICE agents. Local residents express fear and disbelief over the escalating situation. Meanwhile, Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado visits the White House following the capture of Nicolas Maduro, presenting her Nobel Peace Prize medal to Trump. The discussion also includes the implications of the Insurrection Act and the administration's controversial foreign policy moves, especially concerning Venezuela.
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Tear Gas Rescue By Somali Neighbours
- Martha Kelner was handed water by Somali girls after being tear-gassed and drank it immediately to relieve the pain.
- She used the water to rinse her eyes and recover enough to continue reporting on the scene.
ICE Deployment Drains Local Car Rentals
- Minneapolis' rental cars were sold out because ICE rented thousands of vehicles for the deployment.
- Martha Kelner notes about 3,000 officers are in town and most vehicles came from out of state, mainly Texas.
Training Gap Fuels Aggressive Tactics
- Minneapolis police chief says local officers undergo rigorous training while many ICE agents arrive with minimal preparation.
- Kelner witnessed aggressive tactics she attributes to lack of training, including tear gas near children and chaotic stops.