Latest "Posse Comitatus Act" stories

The National Guard can do it, but that doesn’t mean it’s a good idea

The author of this commentary asks whether the National Guard would be the best option for a quick reaction force to protect the U.S. Capitol, as a report recently recommended.

By Christopher M. Schnaubelt

3 years ago

In this June 1, 2020, file photo, Philadelphia police and Pennsylvania National Guard take a knee at the suggestion of Philadelphia Police Deputy Commissioner Melvin Singleton, unseen, outside Philadelphia Police headquarters in Philadelphia, during a march calling for justice over the death of George Floyd.

An Election Day role for National Guard? Maybe, but limited

Here's a look at the potential National Guard role in the election.

By Robert Burns, The Associated Press and Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press

3 years ago

Loophole in law governing American military use on U.S. soil raises concerns

Sen. Tom Udall is pushing legislation to update the Posse Comitatus Act to include more activated Guard members.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

White House approves use of force, some law enforcement roles for border troops

Experts cautioned that the additional authorities may run afoul of the Posse Comitatus Act

By Tara Copp, AP

5 years ago

This federal law limits what US troops deployed at the border can do

The more than 5,200 active-duty troops being sent by President Donald Trump to the U.S.-Mexico border will be limited in what they can do under a federal law that restricts the military from engaging in law enforcement on American soil.

5 years ago

Jersey barriers headed to US-Mexico border, but rules on military’s role still not finalized

Military is still working out the rules that will govern active duty troops operating at the border, Mattis said.

By Tara Copp, AP

5 years ago