- United States
- Texas
- Letter
Oppose undemocratic "quick reaction force" deploying troops against protesters
To: Sen. Cruz, Sen. Cornyn, Rep. Doggett
From: A verified voter in Austin, TX
August 13
The proposal to create a "Domestic Civil Disturbance Quick Reaction Force" comprised of 600 national guard troops is an alarming escalation that undermines democratic values and civil liberties. Deploying armed military forces to suppress protests is a severe overreach of federal power and a dangerous infringement on the constitutional right to peaceful assembly. This force would operate without any accountability to local authorities, raising valid legal and ethical concerns. Rather than cracking down on citizens exercising their fundamental rights, the focus should be on addressing the root causes driving protests through meaningful policy reforms and dialogue with communities. You must oppose this authoritarian measure that betrays American principles of freedom of expression, upholding your oaths to protect the Constitution and the rule of law. The role of the military must remain strictly defensive, not turned against the very people it is sworn to protect.