Federal Court Rulings on Trump's Deployment of National Guard in Los Angeles
A federal judge ruled Trump's deployment of National Guard troops in Los Angeles illegal, leading to a temporary block on returning control to California's governor.
ReasonThe restraining order against federalizing the California National Guard highlights Trump's lawlessness
World News GroupAppeals court says Trump can deploy National Guard—for now
![Judge Grants TRO Against President Trump's Federalizing California National Guard [FURTHER UPDATE: Ninth Circuit Grants Stay]](https://d2eehagpk5cl65.cloudfront.net/img/q60/uploads/2021/11/the-volokh-conspiracy.jpg)
ReasonJudge Grants TRO Against President Trump's Federalizing California National Guard [FURTHER UPDATE: Ninth Circuit Grants Stay]
Rolling StoneIs Trump's Troop Deployment to Los Angeles Illegal?
Overview
A federal judge ruled that President Trump's deployment of National Guard troops in Los Angeles exceeded his authority and violated the Tenth Amendment.
California Governor Gavin Newsom filed lawsuits against Trump, seeking to regain control of the National Guard amid ongoing protests and riots.
The Ninth Circuit Court temporarily blocked a lower court's ruling that ordered Trump to return control of the National Guard to California.
Trump praised the appeals court's decision to allow him to retain control over the National Guard, asserting it was necessary for safety.
The case highlights the ongoing legal debate over the balance of power between state governors and the federal government regarding National Guard deployment.
Analysis
Emphasizes the controversy surrounding President Trump's federalization of the California National Guard amid protests.