Trump Orders Federal Forces Not to Intervene in Democratic-Led City Protests Unless Requested

Washington D.C. -- U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered federal security agencies not to intervene in protests occurring in cities led by the Democratic Party. Federal security agencies have been instructed not to intervene unless local administrations formally request assistance.

In a message released on his social media platform Truth Social on Saturday, Trump directed Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen, stating that they would "under no circumstances participate in Democratic city protests unless they themselves request assistance."

However, he has strictly instructed DHS and Border Patrol to maintain a strong presence for the security of federal buildings, courts, and other government structures. He also warned that protesters would face similar or harsher consequences if they spit on officers, kicked government vehicles, or threw stones.

This announcement followed heightened tensions after a large deployment of Border Security and Immigration Agency personnel in Minneapolis, where two U.S. citizens were killed by federal agents' gunfire. These incidents intensified nationwide criticism and protests.

Since last year, Trump had initiated aggressive immigration enforcement actions in states led by Democrats and in cities including Chicago, Los Angeles, and Portland. He stated these actions were necessary to remove criminals.

Approximately 3,000 federal agents were deployed in Minneapolis since November, considered the largest immigration enforcement action to date. Officials cited alleged fraud accusations linked to residents of Somali origin as one reason for this action. DHS and the office of Minnesota Mayor Jacob Frey have not immediately commented on Trump's latest order.