(NPR) Democrats In Congress Tell Trump Not To Send Military To Stop Protests

Democrats In Congress Tell Trump Not To Send Military To Stop Protests

Military members joined police officers in clearing Lafayette Park while, across the street at the White House, President Trump said he would send soldiers to U.S. cities if local officials don't end unrest.



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Democrats In Congress Tell Trump Not To Send Military To Stop Protests

Calling out active duty troops to quell widespread unrest over the death of George Floyd is an option congressional Democrats are warning would only make matters worse.