President Trump ordered the deployment of 700 active-duty Marines to Los Angeles to protect federal personnel during anti-immigration protests. This order coincided with California filing a lawsuit against the federal government, alleging that the deployment violated federal statutes and constitutional rights. Marine Corps Gen. Eric Smith stated the troops are unarmed and trained for crowd control. However, concerns arise from retired Marine Gen. Walter Gaskin regarding the potential use of deadly force against civilians. He criticized the decision, labeling it unnecessary considering local law enforcement capabilities.
Deploying the Marines on American soil is 'a misuse of talent and forces,' says Retired Lt. Gen. Walter Gaskin, questioning the use of military for domestic unrest.
The California lawsuit claims Trump violated federal statute by deploying National Guard over state objections, raising concerns over constitutional rights and federalism.
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