The US president lashed out at Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, demanding they request federal assistance to address security problems.
President Donald Trump launched harsh criticism against Minnesota authorities, denouncing problems of violence and insecurity and accusing the state government of failing to respond adequately to the situation.
In a message, Trump claimed the state is being overrun by Somali immigrants and linked their presence to a scenario of violence, murder, and chaos. His statements included derogatory remarks toward this community, which he accused of taking advantage of the authorities' weakness.
The president also directed his criticism at Governor Tim Walz, whom he called incompetent and accused of acting in his own self-interest. He also questioned Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and demanded that both officials immediately request assistance from the federal government.
Trump assured that, if necessary, his administration would intervene to address the situation, although he did not detail what specific measures could be implemented or under what conditions federal support would be deployed.
