Trump's Bold Move: Deploying Military to U.S. Cities

In a controversial address aboard the George Washington aircraft carrier, President Donald Trump informed U.S. troops of his readiness to send 'more than the National Guard' into American cities if necessary. The statement underscores his willingness to escalate confrontations with Democratic-led local governments that oppose such deployments.

Trump's remarks, applauded by the troops, highlighted ongoing deployments of the National Guard to Democratic-controlled jurisdictions. Notably, he has sent them to cities like Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., and hinted at using the Insurrection Act to sidestep legal barriers and deploy active-duty troops for policing.

Federal law generally prohibits military troops from civilian law enforcement, but Trump's stance reflects a push to expand presidential powers. His comments, including viewing U.S. cities as potential 'training grounds' for armed forces, have sparked concern among Democrats and civil liberties advocates.