'If You Can Keep It': The President And The National Guard
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Troops and Trope: The Posse Comitatus and Insurrection Acts
This chapter examines the historical and legal frameworks surrounding the Posse Comitatus Act and the Insurrection Act, which dictate the conditions for deploying U.S. troops domestically. The speakers discuss the implications of these laws in modern contexts, especially regarding presidential authority and military involvement in law enforcement. The conversation highlights the balance between ensuring public safety and protecting individual freedoms against military overreach.
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