Governors speak out against Trump's unlawful orders

Constitutional & Legal Concerns - Concerns raised regarding the legality of potential federal government actions, specifically the deployment of troops into states for law enforcement, citing potential violations of the Constitution [1][2][3] - The oath to follow the commander-in-chief is conditional upon lawful orders, highlighting a potential conflict if orders are deemed unconstitutional [1][7] Law Enforcement & Public Safety - The deployment of military troops, trained for war, is deemed inappropriate for crowd control, crime fighting, and arresting civilians, tasks better suited for local and civilian law enforcement [3][4] - Increased support from federal agencies like ATF, FBI, and DEA is requested to combat gangs and drugs, emphasizing the need for civilian law enforcement professionals [5] - Local law enforcement emphasizes the importance of policing with appropriate intensity, integrity, accountability, and community partnership [4] Political & Public Perception - The use of military presence, such as tanks, is criticized as being for show ("photo ops") rather than genuinely improving public safety [4][6] - The federal government's approach is perceived as vengeance rather than a genuine interest in stopping crime, with a lack of coordination with local law enforcement [6]