The X post you linked (from 

@KimKatieUSA
on January 24, 2026) is a breaking news-style update claiming that the National Guard has arrived in Minneapolis, with protesters warning that an LRAD (Long Range Acoustic Device, often called a "sound cannon") has been spotted mounted on a Humvee.The attached video (short clip, ~29 seconds) shows military-style vehicles (including Humvees) moving through streets, crowds, and what appears to be a tense urban scene with National Guard presence.Context from the thread and related discussionThis post quickly gained traction (over 12K likes, 1M+ views shortly after posting), and replies/quotes reflect strong polarization:
  • Many users express support for federal immigration enforcement (ICE/DHS operations), viewing the Guard's arrival as positive ("Go time", "Helps is on the way").
  • Others criticize Minnesota Governor Tim Walz for activating the Guard under state control, fearing it could side against federal agents rather than support them.
  • References to past events include Walz's COVID-era Guard deployment (some claim he authorized non-lethal force on civilians), the 2020 George Floyd protests, and recent claims of an Antifa-linked attempted assassination of a federal officer.
  • One reply mentions an NBA game in Minneapolis being canceled that night, spun by some as media downplaying the "shooting of a man" (likely referring to a federal officer-involved incident).
  • Fears of escalation appear repeatedly — comments warn of potential civil war if the Guard is used against ICE/DHS, with some blaming external actors like the CCP (Chinese Communist Party) for pushing division.
The poster (
@KimKatieUSA
) frequently replies in the thread, emphasizing that using the Guard against federal agents would be extremely foolish and could spark major conflict.Broader situation (January 2026)This appears tied to intense, ongoing protests in Minneapolis against large-scale ICE immigration enforcement operations ("Operation Metro Surge"), which have involved thousands of federal agents and led to thousands of arrests since late 2025.Key related events in the days/weeks prior:
  • Multiple fatal shootings involving federal agents (e.g., Renee Nicole Good in early January, Alex Pretti / Alex Jeffrey Pretti on or around January 24, 2026).
  • Protests turning violent/clashes with agents.
  • Governor Walz repeatedly placed the Minnesota National Guard on standby or activated them to support local law enforcement and public safety amid unrest — not necessarily to assist ICE, but to manage crowds/protests.
  • Some local leaders (including Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey) openly criticized ICE and called for federal withdrawal.
  • Federal responses included deploying more agents; there were also court orders temporarily limiting certain crowd-control tactics against peaceful protesters.
The LRAD/Humvee detail fits typical crowd-control equipment used by National Guard units in protest scenarios (as seen in past U.S. deployments).Overall, the post captures a highly charged moment in an escalating standoff between state/local authorities, protesters, and federal immigration enforcement in early 2026.