Analysis of the Military Role in America's Domestic Counterdrug Effort

摘要

Over the past few years, Congress has passed legislation to greatly increase themilitary role in America's domestic counterdrug effort. The Department of Defense (DoD) eventually responded with a comprehensive plan and is now deeply ingrained in the fight. This study explores the formulation of legislation and policy that led to this increased role and, in particular, how it was developed in relation to Posse Comitatus restrictions. It further addresses the type military missions performed and analyzes whether they are appropriate based on select criteria. It concludes that DoD's interpretation of law and policy is flawed with respect to