Pentagon Chief Doesn't Support Using Active Military on US Streets On Monday, President Donald Trump threatened to use military action "to defend the life and property" of residents amid violent protests in response to racism and police brutality.
Defense Secretary Mark Esper spoke against the use of military force in an interview with NBC News on Tuesday evening.
Mark Esper, Defense Secretary Mark Esper, Defense Secretary In a press briefing on Wednesday, Esper further clarified his remarks.
Mark Esper, Defense Secretary, via NBC News Esper also made comments about the killing of George Floyd.
Mark Esper, Defense Secretary, via CNN Mark Esper, Defense Secretary, via CNN
