Donald Trump warns he may send federal troops to quell protests across America — Financial Times

Donald Trump has threatened to invoke the 1807 Insurrection Act to deploy federal troops across US cities, escalating tensions with Democratic-led states opposing his domestic use of the military.

Source Financial Times

The former president said he would act if courts or local authorities blocked efforts to quell unrest, arguing that the law was designed to “crush rebellions” and should be used when “governors or mayors fail to act.”

State leaders from Illinois and Oregon have condemned the move as unconstitutional and politically motivated, accusing Trump of using the military as a tool for control. The White House, however, defended the stance, claiming the measure is needed to “restore order and protect American lives” amid ongoing protests.