Appeals Court Rules in Favor of Trump’s Control Over National Guard Troops in Los Angeles
A US appeals court has ruled that President Trump can maintain control of National Guard troops in Los Angeles, despite challenges from California's governor.
Overview
- The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled unanimously in favor of Trump, allowing him to keep control of National Guard troops deployed in Los Angeles.
- This ruling comes amidst ongoing legal challenges from California Governor Gavin Newsom, who expressed disappointment but noted some positive aspects of the decision.
- The court's decision permits the deployment of 6,000 troops to Los Angeles, marking the first activation since 1965 without the governor's consent.
- Trump celebrated the ruling as a 'BIG WIN' on his Truth Social platform, emphasizing his administration's focus on national security and order.
- The ruling raises significant questions about the balance of power between state and federal authorities regarding military deployments within the United States.
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Analysis
Center-leaning sources frame the appeals court ruling as a significant legal endorsement of Trump's authority over the National Guard, emphasizing the court's rationale while acknowledging opposition from California's governor. Implicit bias suggests skepticism towards Trump's actions, yet they highlight the legal complexities and the administration's perceived legitimacy in federalizing troops.
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The recent activation of National Guard troops in Los Angeles was the first instance since 1965 of a president deploying them without the governor's permission.
A US appeals court ruled that President Donald Trump can retain control of National Guard troops deployed to Los Angeles amid protests.
A three-judge panel of the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals determined that the federal government made a strong showing in arguing it would prevail against California's challenge to the legality of troop deployment.
The court ruled that despite the federal government's failure to notify the governor of California before deploying the National Guard, Governor Newsom did not have the authority to veto the president's order.
The three-judge panel on the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals unanimously found that Trump likely lawfully exercised his authority in federalizing control of the guard.
The court case may have significant implications for the president's authority to deploy troops domestically.
Trump celebrated a court decision on his Truth Social platform as a 'BIG WIN.'
Articles (13)
"…The panel rejected the administration’s main argument that Trump’s decision to federalize members of the state Guard is unreviewable by courts, it said that it still had to give the president great deference."
MSNBC·4h·"…Trump hailed the decision in a post on Truth Social."
The Guardian·2h·"…The judges said Trump’s “failure to issue the federalisation order directly ‘through’ the Governor of California does not limit his otherwise lawful authority to call up the National Guard.”"
Al Jazeera·5h·"…Trump is increasingly relying on a small group of advisers for critical input as he weighs potential action in Iran."
NBC News·4h·"…The court granted a motion to stay the lower court's order during further appeals, which gives control of the troops to Trump."
NBC News·12h·"…The appeals court's decision allows President Trump to maintain control of the National Guard troops deployed to Los Angeles, a move that has sparked significant political debate."
Chicago Tribune·3h·"…The ruling means control of the California National Guard will stay in federal hands as the lawsuit continues to unfold."
ABC News·12h·"…The appeals court unanimously concluded it was likely Trump lawfully exercised his authority in federalizing control of the guard."
Fortune·6h·"…The court's decision allows for the continued deployment of around 4,000 troops to Los Angeles."
BBC News·4h·"…Although Newsom says the ruling is a win, there is still an ongoing conflict as the unanimous ruling from the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals on Thursday allowed President Trump to keep control of National Guard troops deployed to Los Angeles earlier this month to quell riots during demonstrations against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)."
FOX News·9h·"…This is a Great Decision for our Country, and we will continue to protect and defend Law abiding Americans."
FOX News·12h·"…The appeals court ruling "is a Great Decision for our Country, and we will continue to protect and defend Law abiding Americans.""
Newsmax·8h·"…The appeals court's decision allows President Trump to maintain control of the National Guard troops deployed to Los Angeles, a move that has sparked significant political debate."
CBN·10h·FAQ
President Trump invoked Title 10 authority to federalize the California National Guard, allowing him to deploy troops to Los Angeles without the governor's consent, a move upheld by the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals.
The 9th Circuit Court ruled that the president has broad statutory authority to federalize the National Guard and that judicial review of this decision must be highly deferential, reflecting longstanding legal precedent granting extreme deference to the president in national security matters.
Governor Newsom challenged the federalization of the California National Guard, arguing that the president's action was illegal and exceeded his authority, and he sought to regain control of the troops deployed within the state.
The ruling highlights a significant precedent affirming the president's power to federalize National Guard troops and deploy them within states without the governor's consent, raising important questions about the balance of military authority between state and federal governments.
California Governor Gavin Newsom expressed disappointment but acknowledged some positive aspects, while California Republican leaders have supported the deployment, siding with the president's decision.
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