President Trump has directed military troops to Portland, Oregon, at the request of the Secretary of Homeland Security. He stated that these troops are to protect federal facilities from Antifa and other alleged domestic terrorists. Furthermore, Trump authorized the use of “full force” if deemed necessary during the deployment. The announcement was made via a post on Truth Social.
Governor JB Pritzker addressed MSNBC, discussing the threats made by Donald Trump to deploy armed military personnel to Chicago. The Governor voiced his concerns regarding Trump’s plans, which mirrored actions taken in Washington D.C. and Los Angeles. Pritzker’s statements came as the situation escalated due to the former president’s intentions to involve military presence in a similar manner as previous incidents. The interview highlighted the potential ramifications of such a deployment on the city of Chicago.
The case “GAVIN NEWSOM, et al., Plaintiffs, v. DONALD J. TRUMP, et al., Defendants” revolves around the legality of deploying military forces within California, specifically concerning the Posse Comitatus Act of 1878. The core issue at hand centers on whether then-President Trump’s actions in deploying the National Guard and other military troops into Los Angeles were in violation of the law. The court’s decision, at least initially, appears to side with Newsom and the plaintiffs, issuing an injunction against the deployment. The fundamental concern is that federal military forces were being used for law enforcement duties, which the Posse Comitatus Act generally prohibits.… Continue reading
Exclusive: Military feared mistakes in LA deployment could have ‘far-reaching’ implications, records show. The whole thing sounds like it was set up to fail, doesn’t it? From what I’m gathering, there were serious concerns within the military about the deployment of troops in Los Angeles. The records indicate that officials anticipated that this operation could easily attract protests, possibly leading to escalating civil unrest. The worry wasn’t just about the immediate situation but also about the potential for long-term consequences.
The underlying fear was that a misstep, a mistake in judgment, or an accidental incident could create a dangerous chain reaction, escalating far beyond the initial scope of the deployment.… Continue reading
Former President Barack Obama expressed concerns regarding the Trump administration’s increasing use of the military for domestic operations, citing threats to due process and civil liberties. His comments followed a Department of Homeland Security request for support from Naval Station Great Lakes in Illinois for potential immigration crackdowns, mirroring President Trump’s recent deployment of National Guard troops elsewhere. Illinois leaders have vowed to resist any military mobilization in Chicago, with Governor JB Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson opposing the presence of troops. This situation has led to political tensions, especially given Trump’s criticisms of Chicago’s crime rates and Pritzker’s response, with no official decisions made yet regarding the DHS request.
In response to a declared “crime emergency” by Donald Trump, the National Guard was deployed in Washington, D.C., and observed picking up trash in parks. Despite Trump’s claims of lawlessness, crime rates were at a 30-year low earlier this year. This initiative is part of a larger plan involving 40 or more tasks and has led to over 1,000 arrests, including suspected illegal immigrants. Reactions to the crackdown vary, with some residents expressing mixed feelings and concerns about immigration raids, while a magistrate judge criticized the government’s handling as reckless.
Chicago officials, including Mayor Johnson, are strongly opposing potential federal intervention, including military deployment, in the city, emphasizing that they haven’t requested assistance and that crime rates are actually declining. This opposition comes in response to former President Trump’s suggestion of intervening in Chicago, echoing previous actions in other cities like Los Angeles. Illinois leaders, alongside the mayor, have emphasized their intention to pursue legal action if necessary, citing the Tenth Amendment to limit federal authority. The Trump administration had previously invoked Title 10 of the federal code to justify troop deployments elsewhere despite state objections.
According to The Washington Post, the Pentagon has been planning a military deployment to Chicago, potentially serving as a model for similar actions in other cities, particularly those run by Democrats. Multiple plans are being considered, including the deployment of thousands of National Guard troops. Meanwhile, Trump has threatened to send troops to Baltimore, despite declining crime rates in both cities. Local officials like Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson have strongly opposed Trump’s plans, viewing them as an authoritarian overreach and an unconstitutional power grab.
For weeks, the Pentagon has been developing plans for a military deployment to Chicago. President Trump intends to address crime, homelessness, and undocumented immigration with this initiative. Officials suggest this approach could serve as a template for similar deployments in other major cities.
The deployment of military forces in Washington D.C., with tasks including “community safety patrols,” and “area beautification,” could cost over $1 million per day. This follows President Trump’s efforts to federalize D.C., which involves the seizure of the city’s police force and flooding streets with federal officers. Governors from several states are sending National Guard troops to assist. Experts predict that the open-ended occupation could cost hundreds of millions of dollars, a sum that exceeds the amount needed for affordable housing for D.C.’s unhoused population.
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