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Trump Backs Iranian Protesters, Calls Minnesota Protesters Anarchists

1/16/2026

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On January 16, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed support for Iranian protesters and labeled Minnesota demonstrators as anarchists.
He urged Iranian protesters to keep protesting and warned that those responsible for their deaths would face consequences.
He dismissed concerns about the shooting of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Minnesota, rationalizing it because the agent allegedly disrespected federal officers.

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On January 16, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed support for Iranian protesters and labeled Minnesota demonstrators as anarchists.
He urged Iranian protesters to keep protesting and warned that those responsible for their deaths would face consequences.
He dismissed concerns about the shooting of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Minnesota, rationalizing it because the agent allegedly disrespected federal officers.