Obama Warns Against Using Military Force on Citizens, Critiques Trump’s Actions

Former President Barack Obama criticized Donald Trump for deploying the National Guard in U.S. cities, warning against the dangerous politicization of the military in a recent podcast interview.

In an interview on the WTF podcast with Marc Maron, Barack Obama expressed concern over Donald Trumps deployment of the National Guard (United States) to various cities amid civil unrest.
Obama stated that using the military against citizens undermines democracy, emphasizing that military forces should remain under civilian control to prevent corruption.
He reflected on his presidency, noting that it was uncontroversial for him to advocate for military subordination to civilian governance, citing examples from his time in office.

Why It Matters

This event highlights ongoing tensions regarding the relationship between military forces and civilian authority in the U.S., reflecting broader concerns about democracy and governance under Donald Trumps administration.