Judges Scrutinize Trump’s National Guard Deployment in High-Stakes Legal Clash with California Governor
Los Angeles, California – In a contentious legal battle, California Governor Gavin Newsom is challenging President Donald Trump’s authority to deploy National Guard troops in response to ongoing protests in Los Angeles. During a recent hearing at the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, a federal attorney asserted that the president holds exclusive power to command the Guard during times of perceived threat, citing federal law regarding rebellion and invasion. Attorney Brett Shumate, representing the federal government, argued that local law enforcement has been ineffective amid the chaos. “Local authorities are either unable or unwilling to … Read more