Rumor Radar
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February 01, 2026
Donald Trump - Critics of Minnesota anti-ICE protests falsely call protesters paid
Evidence Level
2/5
How much verified proof exists for this claim
One strong evidence source: politifact
Mystery Factor
2/5
How intriguing or unexplained this claim is
The claim involves some uncertainty and emerging narratives, as it suggests protesters are being falsely accused of being paid agitators, but lacks substantial evidence or multiple theories to support a higher level of mystery.
Protesters against the federal immigration crackdown in Minnesota are conducting “fake protests done by agitators and professional insurrectionists. …They're professional troublemakers.”