“I cannot stand by and just look at what is happening with the great American city of Minneapolis. The complete lack of leadership. Either the very weak mayor, the left-wing radical Jacob Frey, will take control of this situation in the city, or I will direct the National Guard and do everything as needed, ”Trump wrote on Twitter.
The president added that "these bandits desecrate the memory of George Floyd."
“I just talked with State Governor Tim Wals and told him that the military was at his disposal. In case of any difficulties, we will take control, but when the robberies begin, the shooting also begins, ”the American leader added.
Earlier, the Minneapolis authorities introduced an emergency mode in the city. In a decree, the mayor asked the state to provide the US National Guard forces to ensure the safety of citizens.
In turn, the Governor of Minnesota, Tim Wals, decided to attract fighters of the US National Guard to maintain order in connection with the protests in the region.
In the US city of Minneapolis, which is located in Minnesota, protests continue in connection with the death of African-American George Floyd after being detained by police officers. Peaceful demonstrations escalate into riots and clashes with law enforcement officials.