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Weekly Roundup: The Military Occupation of Los Angeles - and the USA

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Legal Battles and Protests: The Trump Administration's Military Overreach

This chapter examines the legal controversies surrounding the Trump administration's use of the National Guard in response to protests, particularly the ruling by Judge Charles Breyer that deemed such actions unlawful. It critiques the administration's characterization of protests as insurrection while highlighting the cultural disconnect in public perception and reality. Additionally, the discussion explores themes of military presence in civilian contexts, civil liberties, and the implications for democratic principles.

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