In the aftermath of Ferguson, President Obama will issue an executive order designed to improve a federal program that allows local police departments to obtain military surplus equipment, according to reports. Currently, through Section 1033 of the National Defense Authorization Act , Congress has authorized the transfer of excess military equipment to local law enforcement officials to assist them with the execution of law enforcement activities. Additionally, the Department of Homeland Security has issued anti-terrorism grants to cities and towns enabling them to buy armored vehicles, aircraft and other military-grade equipment. Although the White House has reported that the...
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