Republican lawmakers are urging President Donald Trump to invoke the Insurrection Act against Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. This plea follows concerns that the state might call in the National Guard due to a potential federal immigration crackdown.
Rep. Mary Miller (R-Ill.) stated, “Invoke the Insurrection Act. Arrest Tim Walz,” in a post on X. Her comments came after Walz indicated that the National Guard could be mobilized to block Trump’s use of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Walz, at a news conference, expressed, “We don’t need any more help from the federal government. Donald Trump and Kristi Noem, you’ve done enough. I’ve issued a warning order to prepare the Minnesota National Guard.” His remarks followed an incident in which Renee Nicole Good, 37, was shot and killed by law enforcement in Minneapolis while confronting investigators from her car.
Walz emphasized that the warning order was aimed at the public, asserting that Minnesota wouldn’t be used as a pawn in a national political conflict. He stated, “We have soldiers in training and ready to deploy if needed.”
Following Walz’s warning, some Republicans, including Rep. Nancy Mace, asserted that his actions could justify the invocation of federal authority. Mace remarked, “Someone please remind him: Donald Trump is commander in chief, and federal power supersedes state power.” She underscored that this isn’t just an opinion but rooted in the Constitution.
She further claimed, “What Walz is threatening has a name. It’s insurrection. Mr. President, the law is on your side. Take advantage of it.” Walz’s office has not provided any comments regarding these developments.
