Albuquerque Has a Crime Problem. Is the National Guard the Answer?
Briefly

President Trump's escalation of military involvement in domestic crime is controversial, prompting fears of martial law. In Albuquerque, however, Democratic Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham plans to deploy the National Guard to aid overwhelmed local police amid a surge in violence and fentanyl-related issues. This action, while welcomed by some for restoring order ahead of the Route 66 centennial celebration, has sparked criticism from others who argue that it overlooks the community's need for improved housing and social services, underscoring a growing rift within the party on handling crime.
President Trump's threat to deploy the military to fight crime is seen as a potential pretext for martial law, highlighting divisions within the Democratic Party regarding law enforcement.
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, deploying National Guard troops in Albuquerque, emphasizes the need to confront a violent crime crisis exacerbated by fentanyl use.
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