Summary
The Trump administration's Department of Justice asked the Supreme Court to allow the deployment of National Guard troops in Chicago. They argued that the President's power to use the National Guard is not something courts should oversee, and emphasized that this power is a core presidential authority.
Key Facts
- The Trump administration wants the Supreme Court to approve using the National Guard in Chicago.
- They argue that the President's power to deploy the National Guard is not subject to court review.
- This issue could impact how much authority the President has to use military forces within the U.S.
- Lower courts blocked the deployment, saying the administration overstated the threat level.
- The Department of Justice cited a past Supreme Court case supporting presidential authority in emergencies.
- There is concern from some that unchecked presidential power over state military forces could undermine state rights.
- The situation involves decisions made during domestic protests around federal facilities.
