Hundreds of National Guard troops deployed to Portland and Chicago being sent home
Summary
Hundreds of National Guard troops in Chicago and Portland are being sent home. President Trump's administration previously deployed these troops as part of an immigration crackdown in cities with Democratic leadership. The move comes amid legal challenges and a court ruling that questioned their deployment.Key Facts
- National Guard troops in Portland and Chicago are being reduced, with many being sent home.
- The troops were part of President Trump's immigration crackdown in cities with Democratic leaders.
- A court blocked President Trump from deploying troops in Portland, stating he wasn’t legally entitled.
- The Trump administration appealed the court's ruling blocking the deployment.
- The military plans to keep some troops for training but without law enforcement roles.
- Combat-ready troops from Texas will remain on standby in Fort Bliss, Texas.
- U.S. District Judge Karin Immergut issued a permanent injunction against the troop deployment in Portland.
- Despite the reduction, some National Guard members will continue to protect federal facilities.
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