Summary
Illinois and Chicago have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration to stop the deployment of National Guard troops. They argue that federalizing the state's National Guard should only happen under specific conditions which are not present. President Trump aims to send troops for law enforcement and to protect federal agents and property.
Key Facts
- Illinois and Chicago filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration.
- The lawsuit seeks to prevent the federalization of the Illinois National Guard.
- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul argues against military occupation due to political disagreements.
- President Trump plans to send troops to Chicago, citing crime and the need for federal law enforcement.
- Governor Greg Abbott of Texas approved sending troops to Illinois at Trump's request.
- Illinois and Oregon leaders stated that National Guard troops are not necessary.
- Legal arguments suggest federalization is only lawful in cases of invasion or when federal laws cannot be enforced.
- President Trump's administration previously sent guard members to Los Angeles and Washington, D.C.
