Trump Uses Military Forces for Politics in the U.S.

• Trump mobilized the National Guard in California, which sparked legal disputes with the governor.
• A military parade in Washington honoring the army and Trump’s 79th birthday drew criticism due to its high cost.
• Recent events are testing Trump’s political strength, as public opinion is divided over his actions.

This has been reported by Associated Press, NBC News.

Use of Military Forces in Domestic Politics

Last weekend, President Donald Trump mobilized the National Guard and U.S. Marine forces, deploying them to Los Angeles despite objections from California Governor Gavin Newsom. This move sparked legal disputes as Newsom sued Trump over the unilateral use of military forces to suppress protests.

Political Consequences of Mobilization

The next event was a rally at Fort Bragg military base, where Trump spoke to the troops, criticizing former President Joe Biden and other Democrats. This raised questions about the political influence of the military, as experts say Trump is turning public institutions into tools for achieving his personal goals.

Military Parade and Its Cost

Among the planned events this week is a military parade in Washington celebrating the 250th anniversary of the army, coinciding with Trump’s 79th birthday. The estimated cost of the parade is around $45 million, which has drawn criticism from Americans who consider these expenses unacceptable.

A Test for Trump’s Political Strength

Recent events in California, including protests and the use of military forces, are a test of Trump’s political strength on a key issue for him: immigration. Recent polls show that American opinions on the president's actions are divided: most do not support his harsh measures against immigrants and the use of military forces to control protests.

Division Within the Republican Party

The conflict between Israel and Iran also highlights a division among Trump supporters. Some oppose U.S. intervention in military actions, underscoring the complexity of the situation for the president, as he traditionally supports Israel.

Conclusions and Prospects

Experts warn that events related to the use of military forces in domestic affairs could negatively impact the army's image as a non-partisan institution. The system of checks and balances in the U.S. continues to keep the situation under control, but further actions by Trump could lead to new political consequences.

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