June 11, 2025
Can the President Deploy the National Guard to American Cities?
On CNN, Carrie Cordero breaks down the laws behind whether the President can deploy the National Guard to American cities, and whether the Insurrection Act will be invoked.
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Sharper: The National Guard
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Commentary
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