Welcome to Margin of Error, a politics column from Tom Scocca, editor of the Indignity newsletter. On Monday, President Donald Trump put out an executive order directing, among other things, that Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth make ready "a standing National Guard quick reaction force that shall be resourced, trained, and available for rapid nationwide deployment." The president also called for Hegseth to create a new "specialized unit within the District of Columbia National Guard, subj...| Defector
In South Korea, martial law was undone by public protest. In the United States, Trump will reverse the equation and use martial law to overcome public protest.| Foreign Policy In Focus
South Korea is a fascinating destination, but recent political events have raised questions about traveler safety. Martial law, declared and lifted within six hours, has sparked nationwide protests and intense political drama, including calls for President Yoon Suk-yeol’s resignation and an impeachment motion from opposition parties. Here’s a breakdown of how these developments may affect ... Read moreSource| Lingua Asia
Seoul, December 3, 2024 – South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol announced the imposition of emergency martial law in an unannounced press conference late Tuesday night. This declaration marks the first use of martial law in South Korea since 1980, a gap of 44 years. The decision was prompted by what the administration described as ... Read moreSource| Lingua Asia