'The U.S. Constitution is clear': To curb illegal crossings, military takes control of large swaths of southwest border * WorldNetDaily * by J.M. Phelps

'The U.S. Constitution is clear': To curb illegal crossings, military takes control of large swaths of southwest border * WorldNetDaily * by J.M. Phelps: 

When asked to explain the necessity and the legality of the military's actions taken along the U.S. border region, Gaub said, "The U.S. Constitution is clear in this matter and, in fact, dictates a tough response." In Article IV, Section 4, he said, the federal government's duty is to protect the nation from foreign invasion and to guarantee a republican form of government. Article 4, Section 4 of the U.S. Constitution says: