Understanding the Insurrection Act and Martial Law
The recent discussions about President Donald Trump's plans to deploy the National Guard in U.S. cities have introduced several key political terms, including the Insurrection Act, plenary power, and martial law.
According to Vice President JD Vance, Trump is "looking at all his options" regarding the invocation of the Insurrection Act, which would allow the President to deploy the U.S. military domestically for law enforcement purposes without congressional authorization and over the objections of state governors.
Trump is "looking at all his options."
This decision has sparked controversy, particularly in Democratic cities such as Portland and Chicago, where the National Guard may be deployed.
- Insurrection Act: allows the President to deploy the U.S. military domestically for law enforcement purposes
- Plenary power: refers to the complete and absolute power of the government
- Martial law: a system of government where the military has control over the population
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Author's summary: Trump considers Insurrection Act.
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