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Trump Threatens Consequences for Protesters Targeting Federal Agents

2/2/2026

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On February 1, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump warned that harming federal agents would bring severe consequences for protesters.
He directed the Department of Homeland Security to refrain from managing local protests unless formally requested.
He labeled demonstrators as "lunatics" and "anarchists" and warned of equal or greater consequences for acts against federal personnel.
Critics say the rhetoric prioritizes federal agents over American citizens.

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On February 1, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump warned that harming federal agents would bring severe consequences for protesters.
He directed the Department of Homeland Security to refrain from managing local protests unless formally requested.
He labeled demonstrators as "lunatics" and "anarchists" and warned of equal or greater consequences for acts against federal personnel.
Critics say the rhetoric prioritizes federal agents over American citizens.