Former President Donald Trump has revived his false claim about sending the National Guard to Minneapolis during the civil unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd in 2020. Despite fact-checking showing that Governor Tim Walz, not Trump, sent in the National Guard, Trump continues to repeat this story. Evidence proves that Walz, not Trump, activated the Minnesota National Guard in response to the unrest. Trump’s claims are disputed by public records and statements made by Walz’s spokesperson. Trump’s pressure may have influenced Walz’s decision to increase the deployment, but ultimately it was Walz who made the call. Despite criticism from both Republicans and some Democrats for his handling of the situation, Walz acted decisively by deploying and increasing the National Guard presence during the unrest. Trump’s false narrative undermines Walz’s leadership and misrepresents the facts of the situation. It is important to emphasize the truth of the events that transpired in Minneapolis in 2020 and correct any misinformation spread by individuals like Trump. The evidence shows that Walz was the one who took charge and made the decisions regarding the National Guard deployment, not Trump.
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