The Minnesota National Guard announced it is on standby amid escalating anti-ICE protests, preparing to assist local law enforcement if activated. They shared a photo of members in bright yellow reflective vests to distinguish themselves from other agencies. Tensions rose following the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent, prompting calls for protests from local officials. U.S. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche warned that such rhetoric from Democratic leaders could verge on criminal activity.
