Sen. Tom Cotton reasserted his call for deploying troops to calm unrest in American cities in a Wall Street Journal op-ed, referencing his initial argument during the George Floyd protests. He claims that ongoing anti-ICE protests demonstrate local police inadequacy, proposing that the National Guard intervene when local authorities cannot. Cotton links his stance to broader immigration issues, criticizing President Biden's policies and asserting the need for an overwhelming show of force to restore order. He cites LAPD concerns over violence and the struggles faced by local law enforcement in controlling situations.
Cotton argues that local police are overwhelmed and that when they can't restore order, the National Guard is necessary to intervene in violent situations.
He emphasizes the need for a strong military response in American cities, claiming that anti-ICE protests are out of control and warrant federal assistance.
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