Summary
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Key Points
– President Trump has decided to deploy 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles in response to protests, bypassing California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s authority.
– This follows Trump’s desire in 2020 to use the military to quell protests nationwide after George Floyd’s death.
– The move is seen as part of Trump’s broader crackdown on dissent and the First Amendment.
– Trump has cited Section ​​12406 of the US Code, giving him the authority to call in the National Guard when there is a rebellion against the authority of the US Government.
– Trump’s efforts to suppress protests have escalated tensions, with critics fearing this is a harbinger of further aggressive measures against dissent.
Background
This incident is not the first time Trump has sought to use military force to quash protests. In 2020, during the nationwide protests following George Floyd’s killing, Trump considered deploying the military. However, a standoff with the Pentagon led to him deciding against it. Trump has previously expressed a disdain for dissent and protests against him and has not hesitated to punish people for exercising their right to free speech and their right to protest.
Future Implications
There are fears that Trump’s move to deploy the National Guard could escalate tensions further and lead to more violent confrontations. The decision could also set a worrying precedent for the use of military force against domestic protests. Critics worry that the Trump administration will continue to suppress dissent and curtail civil liberties, and this could have long-term implications for democracy in the United States.
