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National Guard and DEA Crack Down on Illegal Marijuana Farms

6/26/2025

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In June 2025, a significant operation unfolded in Riverside County, California, as over 300 National Guard troops joined forces with the DEA to dismantle illegal marijuana farms. This coordinated effort resulted in the arrest of 70-75 undocumented workers, sparking legal debates about the deployment's adherence to the Posse Comitatus Act and the legitimacy of federalizing the Guard for law enforcement.

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Story summary

In June 2025, a significant operation unfolded in Riverside County, California, as over 300 National Guard troops joined forces with the DEA to dismantle illegal marijuana farms. This coordinated effort resulted in the arrest of 70-75 undocumented workers, sparking legal debates about the deployment's adherence to the Posse Comitatus Act and the legitimacy of federalizing the Guard for law enforcement.