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Federal Judge Rules Trump Illegally Deployed National Guard in California, Restoring Governor Newsom’s Authority

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SAN FRANCISCO — In a significant ruling, a federal judge has mandated that President Donald Trump relinquish control of the National Guard troops he dispatched to Los Angeles for immigration enforcement and managing civil unrest. U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer issued a temporary restraining order on Thursday, stating that the deployment was unlawful and exceeded the President’s authority under the Tenth Amendment. The order is set to take effect Friday at noon. The federal government wasted no time, immediately filing an appeal with the Ninth Circuit court. The ruling raises questions about how it will … Read more

Federal Judge Criticizes Trump Administration Over California National Guard Controversy

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SAN FRANCISCO — A federal judge has taken a strong stance against the Trump administration regarding its management of the California National Guard. This ruling emphasizes the ongoing disputes surrounding state and federal authority in the deployment of National Guard troops. In a recent decision, U.S. District Judge Marsha Berzon criticized the administration’s actions, which allegedly sidestepped established protocols and regulations in deploying Guard members. The case, which spans years of contention, has raised questions about the balance between state governance and federal intervention, particularly in times of crisis. The judge’s remarks depicted a scenario … Read more

Court Blocks Deportation of Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil, Citing Free Speech Violations in Face of Trump Administration’s Policies

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Newark, New Jersey — A U.S. District Court has ordered a temporary halt to the deportation of Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and graduate student at Columbia University. This ruling, issued by Judge Michael Farbiarz, comes amid concerns over Khalil’s treatment following his vocal opposition to U.S. foreign policy in Gaza and his participation in pro-Palestinian demonstrations. Judge Farbiarz’s preliminary injunction, announced on Wednesday, prohibits government authorities from detaining or deporting Khalil based on claims that his actions jeopardize U.S. foreign policy interests. This decision targets assertions made by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who … Read more

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration’s Diversity Funding Restrictions, Upholding LGBTQ Rights

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A federal judge in San Francisco ruled Monday against executive orders issued by the Trump administration that aimed to curb diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives among organizations seeking federal funding. The orders required these groups to halt certain programs and reassess their acknowledgment of transgender individuals to qualify for grants. U.S. District Judge Jon Tigar stated that pro-LGBTQ nonprofits demonstrated a strong likelihood of being able to challenge these executive orders, which they argue violate constitutional rights. In his ruling, Tigar noted that the provisions aimed to censor constitutionally protected speech while undermining services that … Read more