Donald Trump's recent Executive Order further escalates tensions around law enforcement and immigration policies within the United States. The Order allows military involvement in domestic policing and provides legal protections for officers facing accusations of misconduct. Biglaw firms that partnered with Trump's administration may now find themselves defending these officers, raising concerns about ethical implications and the extent of their collaboration with a controversial administration. Critics argue that these moves signal a dangerous trend towards an authoritarian regime that undermines civil liberties.
Last night, he signed an EO that ramps up the police state - targeting sanctuary cities that have refused to go along with Trump's vision on immigration. Specifically, the EO seeks to use the military to run point on domestic law enforcement (Posse Comitatus Act, be damned!) and insulate police officers from legal consequences.
The EO specifically provides the following: The Attorney General shall take all appropriate action to create a mechanism to provide legal resources and indemnification to law enforcement officers who unjustly incur expenses and liabilities for actions taken during the performance of their official duties to enforce the law.
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