CBS WCCO4 REPORTED IT THIS WAY:
The money quote:
The Department of Defense is in charge of the operation while Minneapolis and St. Paul police are playing a supportive role. But none of the departments will comment on the mysterious mission, only apologizing for “any alarm or inconvenience the training may cause,” according to statement by Minneapolis police.
But some don't think these exercises are not only beyond normal but also inappropriate..
Different people may judge it differently.. But what's clear: Get ready to see more American military might over a city near you.