Why do the police dress like they are soldiers in USA now?
user
I’m not sure I understand the question. Can you tell me more about what you want to know?
assistant
It looks like they are wearing body armor and infantry helmets now.
user
Do you mean that the police have changed their uniforms to be more like military uniforms?
assistant
Why do the police dress like they are soldiers in USA now?
user
I’m not sure I understand the question. Can you tell me more about what you want to know?
assistant
It looks like they are wearing body armor and infantry helmets now.
user
Ah, I see!  There has been an increase in riots and other protest events recently, where the police have used tear gas and similar equipment to control the crowd.  I think these outfits are designed to protect police from danger, and to express that they are ready
assistant
Why do the police dress like they are soldiers in USA now?