President Trump Vows Military Deployment to San Francisco Citing Executive Authority
President Donald Trump has reiterated plans to deploy National Guard troops to San Francisco, asserting “unquestioned power” under the Insurrection Act. Local officials and data indicate crime rates are declining, challenging the justification for federal intervention.
Trump Asserts Authority for Military Deployment
President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his intention to send troops to San Francisco, claiming during a Fox News interview that he possesses “unquestioned power” to deploy the National Guard. According to reports, Trump stated, “We’re gonna go to San Francisco. The difference is I think they want us in San Francisco,” despite opposition from city leaders. This follows similar controversial deployments to other cities, which have faced legal hurdles and public protests.