Trump Orders Military for Domestic Operations, Defying Posse Comitatus Act
President Trump signed an executive order aiming to utilize military assets to bolster domestic law enforcement, instructing the Attorney General and Defense Secretary to explore options for employing military personnel, training, and resources in crime prevention. This action has drawn criticism for potentially violating the Posse Comitatus Act of 1878, which restricts the military’s role in domestic law enforcement. The order also includes provisions to protect law enforcement officers from misconduct accusations and crack down on officials hindering their work. This follows a previous order authorizing military control of the southern border for immigration enforcement.
John Q. Hosedrinker