World AffairsThe GuardianWed, Oct 8, 2025, 5:48 PMNeutral

Military should only be used for external threats, more than half of Americans say

A recent survey reveals that 58% of Americans support the idea of limiting military deployments to external threats only. This sentiment comes amid ongoing discussions about the use of armed forces in domestic situations, particularly in light of recent deployments linked to political events. Understanding public opinion on this issue is crucial as it reflects broader concerns about the role of the military in society and the balance between security and civil liberties.

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A recent survey reveals that 58% of Americans support the idea of limiting military deployments to external threats only. This sentiment comes amid ongoing discussions about the use of armed forces in domestic situations, particularly in light of recent deployments linked to political events. Understanding public opinion on this issue is crucial as it reflects broader concerns about the role of the military in society and the balance between security and civil liberties.
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