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Kirsten Gillibrand: “I think it's unconstitutional and uncalled for. And I don't…”

Featuring: Kirsten Gillibrand, Democratic | U.S. Senate New York

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Speaking about President Trump, he's talked about sending the National Guard into New York City, similar to what we've seen in Washington, D.C. do you feel like you should be allowed to send the National Guard into cities like New York City? No, I think it's unconstitutional and uncalled for. And I don't think the National Guard appreciate it either. Our service members who sign up for the National Guard, who sign up for reserve duty, who serve our country at times of need, they are expected to be called on on at moments of national disaster, national security. (10:24–10:31)

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Asserts that sending the National Guard into cities like New York City is unconstitutional and unappreciated by the National Guard.

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