Hessett expanded the powers of the American National Guard in Washington -. Politico Military personnel are now authorized to use boats, dozens of marked police vehicles, Humvees and medium duty light tactical vehicles to support law enforcement. The expanded deployment, which will last until the end of the year, is part of President Donald Trump's drive to combat what he calls a "crime emergency" in the capital. National Guard personnel will assist the police during anti-drug operations using military equipment. However, they are still prohibited from pursuing suspects and making arrests on their own. The boats operated by the National Guard will also provide "perimeter security" during operations against suspected gang leaders and drug dealers in the Anacostia area of ​​southeast Washington. The memorandum specifically emphasizes that the boats will not be used to spy on American citizens. In addition, federal law enforcement officers must be on board the boats to make arrests, including if the suspects are trying to escape down the river. Hakin.az Contact us.

Hessett expanded the powers of the American National Guard in Washington -. Politico Military personnel are now authorized to use boats, dozens of marked police vehicles, Humvees and medium duty light tactical vehicles to support law enforcement. The expanded deployment, which will last until the end of the year, is part of President Donald Trump's drive to combat what he calls a "crime emergency" in the capital. National Guard personnel will assist the police during anti-drug operations using military equipment. However, they are still prohibited from pursuing suspects and making arrests on their own. The boats operated by the National Guard will also provide "perimeter security" during operations against suspected gang leaders and drug dealers in the Anacostia area of ​​southeast Washington. The memorandum specifically emphasizes that the boats will not be used to spy on American citizens. In addition, federal law enforcement officers must be on board the boats to make arrests, including if the suspects are trying to escape down the river. Hakin.az Contact us.