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This federal law limits what US troops deployed at the border can do

The more than 5,200 active-duty troops being sent by President Donald Trump to the U.S.-Mexico border will be limited in what they can do under a federal law that restricts the military from engaging in law enforcement on American soil.

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The 5,239 troops headed to the border is just the beginning

Some of the troops will be armed but operate with specific rules of engagement, NORTHCOM says.

By Tara Copp, Associated Press

5 years ago

Will the remnants of Hurricane Michael hit your military base?

Troops, helicopters can respond if requested, US NORTHCOM says.

By Tara Copp, Associated Press

5 years ago

Warships Kearsarge, Arlington will ‘chase Florence in,’ lead rescues after storm hits

DoD surrounds storm impact area with response forces.

By Tara Copp, Associated Press

5 years ago

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