California’s Legal Battle Intensifies as Trump Secures Control of National Guard Amid Immigration Protests

SAN FRANCISCO — A federal courtroom in San Francisco examined California’s challenge to the Trump administration’s military presence in Los Angeles during a hearing on Friday, shortly after a federal appeals court afforded President Donald Trump a significant procedural victory. U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer did not issue any immediate rulings but requested both parties to submit briefs by noon on Monday regarding a potential violation of the Posse Comitatus Act, which limits military involvement in civilian law enforcement on U.S. soil. This hearing followed a decision by the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals allowing … Read more

Legal Tug-of-War: Appeals Court Halts Trump’s National Guard Order Amid California Protests

Los Angeles, California — The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals issued a temporary stay on Thursday against a federal judge’s ruling that ordered President Donald Trump to relinquish control of National Guard troops stationed in California. This deployment followed protests in Los Angeles related to recent immigration enforcement activities. A hearing on the matter is scheduled for June 17. Governor Gavin Newsom’s office responded to the appellate decision by referencing his earlier confidence in the judicial system. Newsom stated, “I trust in the rule of law and the judgment of a respected federal judge,” … Read more