Summary
A U.S. appeals court has allowed President Donald Trump to send National Guard troops to Portland, Oregon. The decision overturns an earlier judge's order that blocked the deployment, despite objections from local and state leaders.
Key Facts
- President Trump can deploy National Guard troops to Portland.
- A U.S. appeals court approved the deployment.
- The justice department requested the court's ruling.
- A legal challenge against Trump's action is ongoing.
- About 200 troops are set to protect federal buildings.
- Local and state officials disagree with the need for intervention.
- Portland is one of several cities where Trump has ordered troop deployments.
