**Trump Faces Backlash for Calling Military Action Against Political Opponents**

Former President Donald Trump has ignited outrage among Democrats by suggesting the use of the U.S. armed forces against his political adversaries in light of the upcoming presidential election on November 5th. His remarks have intensified existing concerns about potential authoritarian measures should he regain the White House. Trump's incendiary comments targeted his long-time political opponents, labeling them as "the enemy within" and suggesting their suppression through military intervention.

In a specific attack, Trump singled out California Congressman Adam Schiff, who was the lead prosecutor in Trump's first impeachment trial. Trump claimed Schiff posed a greater threat to a fair election than foreign terrorists or illegal immigrants, entities he frequently criticizes. In an interview with Fox News’ Maria Bartiromo, Trump asserted that electoral chaos could be mitigated by the deployment of the National Guard or military forces, portraying partisan opponents as the chief danger to election integrity.

Kamala Harris's campaign responded vehemently, drawing parallels between Trump's current rhetoric and his previous assertions about becoming a dictator "on day one" if re-elected. They also mentioned his past suggestions to terminate the Constitution to reverse the 2020 election outcome, a result Trump falsely maintains was fraudulent.

Amid a closely contested race, with Harris slightly leading in national polls but Trump having viable paths to victory in key swing states, Trump's remarks have stoked significant controversy. At a recent rally in Coachella, California, Trump disparaged Schiff, accusing him without evidence of mass voter fraud and mocking his physical appearance. This follows another attack Trump levied against Schiff, who is now a candidate for the U.S. Senate, during which he sharply criticized Schiff’s investigation into alleged collusion between Trump's 2016 campaign and Russia.

Adam Schiff fired back on social media, accusing Trump of inciting violence akin to the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack. "Today, Trump threatened to deploy the military against the 'enemies from within.' The same thing he has called me," Schiff posted, highlighting the dangerous implications of Trump's rhetoric.

Trump's past calls for military force recalls his 2020 demand for soldiers to be stationed in Washington D.C. to quell protests following the death of George Floyd. Former military leaders have expressed grave concerns about Trump's potential return to power, with Mark Milley, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff during Trump's term, reportedly calling him a "total fascist" in Bob Woodward’s latest book. Milley has also voiced fears of being recalled and court-martialed if Trump were re-elected.

Ian Samms, a spokesperson for Harris’s campaign, cautioned that Trump’s promises of military intervention and dictatorial governance should concern all Americans who value democratic freedoms. The campaign criticized Trump’s intentions as dangerous and untenable for the nation's security and democracy. With the election looming, Trump's provocative statements have further polarized an already deeply divided electorate.