Police said the “training was coordinated with the appropriate local officials,” though it was not clear if Mayor Ron Nirenberg was in the loop..
Military personnel train at Camp Swift north of Bastrop in 2015. The U.S. Army Special Operations exercise,"Jade Helm 15," involved 1,200 troops in Texas, Arizona, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, Utah and New Mexico. Conspiracy theorists voice concern that the operation would lead to suspension of civil liberties and the government imposing martial law.A U.S.
Police said the “training was coordinated with the appropriate local officials,” though it was not clear if Mayor Ron Nirenberg was in the loop. His spokesman, Bruce Davidson, was unaware of the Army’s plans Sunday evening.“The meetings and planning for this training event began months ago,” McManus said in the release. “Being that San Antonio is known as Military City, USA, we have a long history and strong relationship with the U.S.
Police safety precautions, including the use of department personnel, will be in place to protect both troops and local residents, the release stated, “along with planning considerations to minimize impact to the community and private property.” The chief noted that “unique, local terrain provides training opportunities and simulates environments troops may encounter when deployed.”Military exercises are common in the summer months, and routinely include fictitious scenarios.
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