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At gathering of military leaders, Trump hints at deployment in U.S. cities

At gathering of military leaders, Trump hints at deployment in U.S. cities

Summary

President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth met with senior military leaders at a Marine base near Washington. They discussed the possibility of using the military to address issues within the United States.

Key Facts

  • President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth held a meeting with senior military officers.
  • The meeting took place at a Marine base located south of Washington, D.C.
  • This gathering was described as unprecedented.
  • Defense Secretary Hegseth announced new directives during the meeting.
  • President Trump suggested using the military to handle domestic issues, not just foreign threats.
  • The conversation was explored further by Nick Schifrin and Margaret Donovan.

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