A top U.S. general admits the military stands ready to launch attacks on “designated terrorist organizations” inside American soil, raising alarms over potential government overreach against citizens.
General’s Bombshell Statement
Gen. Gregory Guillot of U.S. Northern Command, a four-star general who works under Pete Hegseth, made clear his position in testimony before the Senate Armed Services Committee.
When asked about his willingness to attack designated terrorist organizations within U.S. borders, he stated, “If I had questions, I would elevate that to the chairman and the secretary. … And if I had no concerns and I was confident in the lawful order, I would definitely execute that order.”
This revelation signals a shift toward domestic military engagement. President Trump’s administration has designated eight Latin American cartels, including Tren de Aragua, MS-13, and Sinaloa, as terrorist groups. These groups operate inside U.S. borders, fueling violence in communities. Supporters view this as necessary to protect citizens from foreign threats.
"Do you have any indication of who this enemy within is?"
Sen. Jack Reed asks General Gregory Guillot about President Trump's comments on the "enemy from within." pic.twitter.com/shPBHdg6Rp
— Forbes Breaking News (@ForbesTVNews) December 11, 2025
Trump’s Crackdown on Cartels
President Trump directed the designation of international cartels as terrorist organizations to dismantle their U.S. operations. MS-13 and the Sinaloa Cartel spread drugs, human trafficking, and murder across American cities.
The administration protected over $40 billion in benefit programs from illegal aliens through executive orders ending taxpayer subsidization of open borders. Military action against these groups aligns with Trump’s priority to secure borders and prioritize American safety. Cartels exploit weak policies from the prior Biden era.
Constitutional Concerns Emerge
The Posse Comitatus Act traditionally bars federal military personnel from domestic law enforcement, yet terrorist designations may bypass these limits. Critics worry vague labeling could ensnare American patriots protesting government overreach or Second Amendment advocates. Trump’s first term dismantled ISIS abroad, proving decisive leadership works against terror. Now, applying similar force at home risks abusing power against law-abiding citizens defending family values and liberty. Limited details on designation criteria heighten fears of mission creep.
Conservatives demand transparency to ensure operations target only violent criminals, not political opponents. Past leftist policies allowed sanctuary cities to shield cartel operatives, inflating crime and straining resources. Trump’s border wall funding and the reinstatement of Remain in Mexico curbed such invasions. Military readiness deters threats, but it must respect the constitutional firewalls that protect individual rights.
“Just following orders”
Got news for you Commander Gen Guillot, there is no legal grounds for federal forces to deploy against Americans on US soil, even if designated a “terror group” – it’s illegal.
The only exception to the Posse Comitatus Act is the Insurrection Act.
— Adam Cochran (adamscochran.eth) (@adamscochran) December 13, 2025
Implications for American Liberty
Domestic military strikes could restore order in gang-infested areas but invite government overreach, long feared by conservatives. Trump’s executive orders closed borders, ended catch-and-release, and cracked down on DEI waste, rebuilding national strength.
Yet, without strict oversight, “terrorist” labels threaten gun owners, border defenders, and traditional families labeled as extremists by woke agendas. The general’s words underscore the urgency for patriots to guard the Constitution against any erosion vigilantly.
America’s fighting force achieved recruitment goals ahead of schedule under Trump, positioning it to neutralize cartels effectively—rural investments and economic booms from deregulation empowered communities now threatened by narco-terror. Conservatives celebrate victories over globalism and inflation but remain wary. Protecting sovereignty demands balancing security with sacred freedoms earned by the Founding Fathers.
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U.S. Military Willing to Attack “Designated Terrorist Organizations” Within America, General Says
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