Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has vowed to prevent a repeat of the widespread unrest seen in 2020, following the death of George Floyd. Her comments come as President Trump has urged the deployment of the National Guard to Los Angeles amidst ongoing protests related to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity.
Speaking on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Noem stated, "We are not going to let a repeat of 2020 happen." She was referring to the riots and civil unrest that erupted in Minneapolis and other cities after Floyd's death while in police custody. The 2020 unrest saw widespread property damage, looting, and clashes between protesters and law enforcement.
In 2020, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz activated the state's National Guard to help restore order in Minneapolis. The situation in Los Angeles is developing, with President Trump advocating for a similar deployment of federal resources to quell the protests.
Noem Vows No Repeat of 2020 Unrest Amid LA Protests
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stated the U.S. will prevent a repeat of the 2020 unrest following George Floyd's death. Her statement comes as President Trump calls for the National Guard in Los Angeles due to protests related to ICE activity. Noem emphasized the need to maintain order, referencing the Minneapolis riots that followed Floyd's death. Minnesota's Governor deployed the National Guard during the 2020 Minneapolis unrest.
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