Legal and Political Context
has ordered the deployment of 2,000 troops to to address immigration protests, despite opposition from California Governor , who deems the move inflammatory.
The deployment relies on federal law, placing National Guard troops under federal command, a decision not invoked under the but under circumstances allowing federalization for national defense purposes.
Role and Historical Precedents
The National Guard's role in this deployment is limited to supporting ICE officers, not engaging in direct law enforcement, highlighting legal constraints on military involvement in civilian duties.
Historical precedents cite the use of the Insurrection Act during the Civil Rights era and the , illustrating the complex legal and ethical considerations of deploying troops for domestic unrest.