Summary
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit decided not to rehear the case of Newsom v. Trump, effectively supporting President Donald Trump's authority to control California National Guard troops during protests. The ruling allows the federalization of state troops, raising questions about the division of powers between state and federal governments.
Key Facts
- The Ninth Circuit upheld President Trump's control over the California National Guard during Los Angeles protests.
- The court's order was issued on October 22, 2025.
- The case began after protests on June 6, 2025, following federal immigration raids in Los Angeles.
- President Trump used a law to federalize 4,000 National Guard members to protect federal property and personnel.
- Governor Gavin Newsom argued against this move, citing it bypassed the required communication through state governors.
- A temporary restraining order was initially granted against the deployment, challenging its legality.
- A Ninth Circuit panel later allowed the deployment, stating the action was within the president’s legal rights.
- On October 22, 2025, the Ninth Circuit refused an en banc rehearing, leaving the previous decision in place.
