Civil Liberties and Government Power

This chapter examines a recent court ruling that deemed the federalization of the California National Guard illegal, emphasizing the importance of First Amendment rights in the context of protests against immigration policies. The discussion critiques the militarization of local law enforcement and addresses the broader implications of government power consolidation on civil liberties. Additionally, it explores the impact of media narratives on public perception and highlights the hypocrisy in political responses to protests and violence.