President Trump Threatens Insurrection Act Amid Protests

The transcript discusses President Trump's remarks on deploying the US military to suppress civil unrest if state and local leaders fail to act against protests, particularly following George Floyd's death. It highlights the potential use of the Insurrection Act, last invoked during the 1992 LA riots, and the Pentagon's concerns about deploying active military troops without state requests. The transcript also covers state governors' opposition to federal intervention, emphasizing the legal debate over the President's authority.

What is the Insurrection Act and when was it last invoked?

How did Illinois Governor JB Pritzker respond to President Trump's comments?