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Troops in DC, Doug Wilson, and Make America Healthy Again

The Bulletin

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Emergency Powers and Public Safety in D.C.

This chapter delves into President Trump's declaration of a public safety emergency in Washington, D.C., specifically focusing on the deployment of federal troops to address crime. The discussion raises critical questions regarding the balance of public safety and civil liberties while examining the political implications of such actions amidst rising crime and existing historical contexts. The chapter highlights the complexities of emergency powers and critiques the militarization of responses to civil unrest, emphasizing the potential erosion of democratic principles.

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