What Does Donald Trump’s Use of the National Guard Mean for our Democracy?
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The National Guard's Domestic Role
This chapter examines the controversial use of the National Guard and military forces in domestic situations, stressing that such measures should only be employed as a last resort. It critiques the normalization of military involvement in civil matters, emphasizing the potential risks to public perception and global standing of the U.S. The discussion also reviews local law enforcement's capacity to handle protests without military aid, alongside the implications of political narratives on public opinion regarding crime and unrest.
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