Presidential Power in Focus Amidst Los Angeles Protests
As tensions flare in Los Angeles, recent events have sparked renewed debate over the boundaries of presidential authority, particularly concerning the deployment of military forces to manage civil unrest.
President Trump’s ongoing friction with the federal judiciary has been a hallmark of his second term. The current protests underscore a pivotal issue regarding the extent to which the president can leverage military power in domestic matters.
NPR’s Scott Detrow interviewed J. Michael Luttig, a former federal judge, who expressed serious concerns: “Trump’s actions signal the end of the rule of law in America.”
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Members of the California National Guard and US Customs and Border Protection agents stand behind shields outside the Federal Building in Los Angeles, on June 10, 2025.
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This episode was produced by Kai McNamee, with audio engineering by Simon-Laslo Janssen. It was edited by Tinbete Ermyas. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.
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