To me that reads as they’d send enough personnel to flood an area such that it would deter people from the worst aspects we’ve seen while allowing non violent protests.

So any troublemakers would think twice about trying to hit an area to sew chaos (looting, rioting, setting property on fire, etc.)

When people talk about "overwhelming force" in military context, it's always lethal force.

When the national guard is sent in there it’s there to maintain order.

Militaries are also trained for peacekeeping missions. It’s not all about trigger happy gun toters.

If it’s an all out rebellion that’s different. I don’t see a ruby ridge or Waco incident coming, but maybe you do.