In a series of recent executive orders, former President Donald Trump has aimed to bolster law enforcement across America, asserting that the measures are necessary to combat crime and support police officers. The new directives call for military support in domestic operations, raising concerns about the potential for increased militarization of local police forces. Trump has also proposed that private law firms provide pro bono legal help to officers facing misconduct lawsuits, a move that has sparked significant debate regarding civil liberties and accountability. Critics, including U.S. Rep. Adam Smith and organizations like the LDF, have condemned the orders as a dangerous expansion of police powers that could undermine protections against law enforcement abuses. Meanwhile, Trump’s supporters argue these actions are a necessary response to rising crime rates and are intended to restore order in communities affected by unrest. As the implications of these executive orders unfold, the conversation around law enforcement and societal equity remains at the forefront.