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National Guard Update as Appeals Court Reconsiders Portland Deployment

National Guard Update as Appeals Court Reconsiders Portland Deployment

Summary

The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals will re-examine a case about President Donald Trump's decision to send National Guard troops to Portland, Oregon. This comes after a previous ruling allowed the deployment, which was challenged due to ongoing protests in the city.

Key Facts

  • The court is reconsidering an appeal about sending National Guard troops to Portland.
  • The original order allowed the deployment of 200 troops.
  • The decision to reevaluate was made by an en banc hearing, which involves 11 judges.
  • A prior ruling in favor of the Trump administration has been vacated.
  • The deployment was in response to protests at a federal facility in Portland.
  • The issue involves presidential authority to deploy troops within the U.S.
  • Local government objections prompted the appeal.

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