Summary
President Trump signed an order to make it easier for National Guard units in each state to support law enforcement during civil disturbances. Retired Major General Randy Manner commented on the plan.
Key Facts
- President Trump signed an executive order on Monday.
- The order focuses on using National Guard units to help with civil unrest.
- National Guard units are organized and trained to assist law enforcement.
- The order makes these units available to federal, state, and local law enforcement.
- Retired Major General Randy Manner discussed the plan with Nick Schifrin.
- Major General Manner previously served as the acting vice chief of the National Guard Bureau.