Representative Betty McCollum expressed concerns over Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's announcement about deploying Marines to Los Angeles for recent immigration protests. She highlighted that local law enforcement and the National Guard were adequately equipped to handle such situations, citing past crises as evidence of their effectiveness. McCollum argued that deploying federal military personnel could complicate law enforcement efforts and devalue the service of U.S. Marines, urging for clarity on the costs associated with this deployment and its implications on public safety operations in Los Angeles.
Rep. Betty McCollum criticized the deployment of U.S. Marines to handle protests in Los Angeles, arguing existing law enforcement was sufficient for the situation.
McCollum emphasized that history shows law enforcement and the National Guard can effectively manage volatile situations, questioning the need for military involvement.
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