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2024-10-25 20:53:06 UTC - NOT_HELPFUL
Rated by Participant: A14BBC308F8F789AE9595AA2035E0B7EDB2AE0B4BFC3FE0516AF999AD701D9AE
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Original Note:
Directive 5240.01 doesn't authorize lethal force against civilians or alter or create new laws. Its an internal policy doc to formalize intelligence support to law enforcement and requires strict approval for any use of force, adhering to laws like the Posse Comitatus Act https://www.esd.whs.mil/portals/54/documents/dd/issuances/dodd/524001p.pdf https://www.cip.uw.edu/2024/10/18/rumors-defense-department-directive-5240-01/
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