Breaking 1-06-21: MAGA terrorist attack on Capitol

Intriguing

Rocket River

 

You and @Space Ghost belong together in this low level trolling attempt. At least be smart about it

 

Grok Prompt:
can the House Sergeant-at-Arms ask the national guard for assistance in a crisis?

Yes, the House Sergeant-at-Arms can request assistance from the National Guard in a crisis, but the process involves specific protocols and limitations: -

**Authority and Coordination**: The House Sergeant-at-Arms, as the chief law enforcement officer for the House of Representatives, is responsible for maintaining security within the House wing of the U.S. Capitol and other House facilities. In a crisis threatening the Capitol, the Sergeant-at-Arms can initiate requests for additional security support, including from the National Guard. However, this typically requires coordination with the Capitol Police Board, which includes the Speaker of the House, the Senate Majority Leader, the Senate Sergeant-at-Arms, and the Architect of the Capitol (non-voting). -

**Process for Requesting National Guard**: The House Sergeant-at-Arms does not have unilateral authority to deploy the National Guard. The request must generally be approved by the Capitol Police Board or higher authorities, such as the Speaker of the House or the Secretary of Defense, depending on the situation. The National Guard, as a federal and state military force, operates under the command of the state governor (for D.C., the D.C. National Guard is under federal control via the President or their designee, typically the Secretary of the Army). -

**Historical Precedent**: During the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack, the House Sergeant-at-Arms, Paul Irving at the time, was involved in discussions with Capitol Police and other officials about requesting National Guard assistance. However, delays occurred due to the need for approval from multiple entities, including the Capitol Police Board and the Department of Defense. Ultimately, the D.C. National Guard was deployed after authorization from acting Defense Secretary Christopher Miller, following coordination with congressional leadership. -

**Emergency Protocols**: In extreme emergencies, the House Sergeant-at-Arms can take immediate action to secure the Capitol, such as locking down the House chamber or evacuating members, and may request National Guard support through established channels. The D.C. National Guard’s Quick Reaction Force, for instance, can be mobilized rapidly for Capitol security, but this requires approval from the Pentagon or D.C. authorities. -

**Limitations**: The Sergeant-at-Arms cannot directly order National Guard deployment without higher-level approval, as the Guard operates outside the Capitol Police’s chain of command. Additionally, any request would need to align with legal frameworks, such as the Posse Comitatus Act, which limits military involvement in domestic law enforcement unless authorized by specific statutes or executive action.

 

lol. Imagine deferring to Autism Mom over Capital Police Chief Sund