US Marines Detain Civilian in LA: Posse Comitatus Act Questioned

On June 13th, 2025, an unprecedented event unfolded in Los Angeles: US Marines detained a civilian, marking the first known instance of the military detaining a civilian on US soil. This action has raised significant questions about the Posse Comitatus Act, a law restricting the use of the military for domestic law enforcement. The incident involved Marines apprehending a civilian, restraining his hands with zip ties, and then handing him over to Department of Homeland Security personnel. A Northern Command spokesperson stated that the detention was "temporary" and ended when the individual was safely transferred to civilian law enforcement. However, the video evidence and ensuing public discussion suggest a potential breach of the Posse Comitatus Act. The video's author, Brenna Pérez, adds a compelling personal perspective, recounting her own arrest where she too was restrained with zip ties. "I was arrested with zip ties because I was blocking the entrance to a federal building," she explains, highlighting the contrast between her situation and the Marines' actions. This incident underscores the need for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the detention and a renewed discussion on the limits of military power within US borders. The incident is sparking debate about the appropriate use of military force and the potential for future similar incidents.