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Judge blocks deployment of National Guard to Oregon. And, the Supreme Court's new term

Judge blocks deployment of National Guard to Oregon. And, the Supreme Court's new term

Summary

A judge has temporarily stopped President Trump from sending National Guard troops to Oregon amidst ongoing protests in Portland. The Supreme Court has started a new term, focusing on cases about presidential powers and other issues like the Voting Rights Act.

Key Facts

  • A federal judge blocked President Trump from deploying National Guard troops to Oregon.
  • The decision affects plans to send troops to cities like Portland and Chicago.
  • The Trump administration aims to use troops to manage crime and protect federal officers.
  • Protests are ongoing in Portland but remain manageable by local police.
  • The Supreme Court began its term, reviewing cases on presidential power and more.
  • The high court has mostly sided with Trump on emergency requests in the past eight months.
  • There are ongoing negotiations in Egypt to end the conflict in Gaza with a U.S. peace plan involved.

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