Summary
Professional golfer Phil Mickelson has urged President Donald Trump to send National Guard troops to San Francisco, claiming the city needs saving. President Trump has suggested he may send troops to San Francisco to address crime, a move opposed by California Governor Gavin Newsom and other local officials. The debate centers on whether federal intervention is necessary in San Francisco.
Key Facts
- Phil Mickelson supports President Trump sending National Guard troops to San Francisco.
- President Trump has previously authorized federal troops in Los Angeles and Washington, D.C.
- California Governor Gavin Newsom disagrees with the potential use of troops in San Francisco, citing decreased crime rates.
- Trump stated he believes San Francisco's problems started 15 years ago, and he aims to "make it great again."
- Some business leaders, like Elon Musk and Marc Benioff, have at times shown support for federal intervention.
- San Francisco officials, including Mayor Daniel Lurie, oppose federal troop deployment, saying local law enforcement is sufficient.
- Critics argue that President Trump's actions focus on Democratic-led areas and exceed executive authority.
