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The provided text comprehensively examines the intricate legal and constitutional framework governing the domestic use of military force in the United States. It focuses on the Posse Comitatus Act, which generally restricts military involvement in civilian law enforcement, and the Insurrection Act, which provides exceptions for presidential deployment of forces during civil unrest. The sources highlight the tension between maintaining public order and protecting civil liberties, emphasizing the principle of civilian control over the military through various chains of command and the critical role of military legal advisors. Furthermore, the text explores the individual service member's duty to obey lawful orders while simultaneously requiring them to refuse clearly unlawful ones, addressing the complexities and risks involved in such determinations. Finally, it discusses recent challenges and controversies surrounding domestic military deployments, offering proposals for legislative reform to strengthen safeguards and clarify authorities.

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