Trump's Risky Move: Using the Insurrection Act

Donald Trump has been discussing the possibility of invoking the Insurrection Act, a law dating back to 1807. This act allows the president to deploy the military to suppress riots or rebellion.

However, experts argue that there is no real rebellion occurring. Instead, the protests are small-scale demonstrations against Trump's immigration policies.

Michael Wolff's Perspective

Michael Wolff, a writer who has covered Trump extensively, believes the president is not genuinely concerned about the details. Instead, Wolff suggests Trump seeks more drama and conflict.

Wolff imagines Trump thinking:

"Let's make this bigger. We can take over Minneapolis. It will give us more power."

Challenges of Using the Insurrection Act

Deploying the military under the Insurrection Act is not straightforward. It involves sending in troops, managing costs, and facing potential backlash. Wolff hopes that someone in the White House is considering these factors, as he believes Trump is primarily focused on drama and attention.

Distraction from Other Issues

Trump may also be attempting to divert attention from other negative news, such as the killing of a woman named Good. Typically, a president would address the issue and assign blame. However, Trump escalates the situation rather than resolving it.

White House Response

The White House has rejected Wolff's claims, calling him a liar and stating that he has a personal issue with Trump. They also accused Wolff of fabricating stories.