They can’t interfere legally. Governors call up the state National Guard. Since DC doesn’t have a Governor the authority lies with the President. But, the mayor has to request it. That was one reason it was delayed, the mayor was dragging her feet in asking for help. Once she did Trump authorized it but the pentagon didn’t follow orders. The responsible people should be court marshaled.
They can’t interfere legally. Governors call up the state National Guard. Since DC doesn’t have a Governor the authority lies with the President. But, the mayor has to request it. That was one reason it was delayed, the mayor was dragging her feet in asking for help. Once she did Trump authorized it but the pentagon didn’t follow orders. The responsible people should be court marshaled.