Trump administration blocked from deploying National Guard to LA
Summary
A federal judge stopped the Trump administration from deploying California's National Guard to Los Angeles, saying it was illegal. The judge's order grants temporary control of the troops back to California's governor, but the decision is on hold while the Trump administration appeals. This action followed protests and immigration enforcement efforts in Los Angeles.Key Facts
- A federal judge ruled that deploying California's National Guard to Los Angeles without the governor's approval was illegal.
- The judge ordered that control of the National Guard should return to California's Governor Gavin Newsom.
- The judge's decision is on hold to allow time for the Trump administration to appeal.
- Trump ordered the deployment to manage protests and protect immigration enforcement activities.
- Local authorities in Los Angeles stated they did not need the National Guard.
- Deploying the National Guard without a governor's consent is not common and last happened over 50 years ago.
- The administration argued its actions were legal under a law for emergencies, but California disagreed, saying protests were not a "rebellion."
- Trump had ordered 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines to assist in Los Angeles.
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