California Attorney General Rob Bonta on Standing Up to the Trump Administration
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Politics and the National Guard: A Critical Examination
This chapter critiques the Pentagon's decision to withdraw 2,000 National Guard troops from Los Angeles, labeling their deployment as politically motivated and unnecessary. It discusses ongoing legal challenges regarding the use of military personnel in civil matters and highlights the implications of portraying peaceful protests as threats to public order. Additionally, the chapter addresses recent court rulings on immigration enforcement practices, emphasizing the need for judicial oversight and the protections offered by California's sanctuary laws.
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