National Guard and Marines in Los Angeles: What They Can and Cannot Do

Deployment of National Guard Troops

• ⚡ The President activated 2,000 National Guard troops under Title 10 federal orders for protests in Los Angeles.
• ⚠️ This activation bypassed California's Governor Newsom, who did not request the troops and would typically control state National Guard activations under state orders.
• 🎯 Under these federal orders, the National Guard's capabilities are limited: they can protect buildings and assist with traffic flow.
• 🚫 They are prohibited from conducting seizures, stopping people, detaining, or arresting individuals, except in self-defense or extreme circumstances.

Deployment of Marines and Sailors

• 🚀 Approximately 700 Marines and sailors were also directed to deploy to Los Angeles from the 29 Palms base.
• 🔒 Similar to the National Guard, these active-duty personnel are restricted from detaining people and are primarily tasked with protecting buildings and personnel.
• ❓ The Pentagon was reportedly scrambling to provide guidance on the specific rules of engagement for these active-duty troops on US soil, highlighting the rare nature of this deployment.
• 🚨 Deploying active-duty soldiers, marines, or sailors for law enforcement activities within the US is highly unusual.