Thread: If Trump declares a national emergency over the border wall he could shut down the internet
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Old 01-09-2019, 05:36 PM  
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He can also declare martial law, put military boots on US streets, seize Americans bank accounts, seize privately owned property and more. Scary shit, and of course his supporters would welcome it all.


What the President Could Do If He Declares a State of Emergency
From seizing control of the internet to declaring martial law, President Trump may legally do all kinds of extraordinary things.
https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine...powers/576418/
The President has a lot of broad powers. However, if the powers are abused Presidents can be removed quickly...
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