Government Accountability

Trump’s Threat to Use the Insurrection Act Breaks with Historic Precedent and Risks Abuse of Power

By Patriot News Investigative Desk | January 16, 2026

Unlike past presidents who invoked the Insurrection Act to uphold law and protect rights, Trump’s threat to send troops to Minnesota amid federal-provoked unrest marks a troubling departure—endangering national sovereignty and the rule of law.

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