[T.B. Yoits]

The CG is DHS, not military.

That's part of the problem. The Coast Guard traditionally recruited from a pool of individuals who wanted to be a part of rescue and paramilitary operations.

Now, they're signing up to be the marine patrol division of the federales.

[PIF]

The Coast Guard traditionally recruited from a pool of individuals who wanted to be a part of rescue and paramilitary operations.

Now, they’re signing up to be the marine patrol division of the federales.
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The CG was Treasury, never was nor intended to be military - recruits from people who so not want to be in the Merchant Marine or Navy, but want to serve.

The CG boats always were maritime patrol boats. Its their mission - not new.

The problem is the Admin wants to harm/destroy the USA and will use any means to achieve that goal, cf 0bama