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Federal judge appears skeptical of Trump’s ongoing command of California National Guard troops

Judge Breyer questioned the Trump administration's justification for federal control of California National Guard troops amid protests, with troop numbers dropping from 4,000 to about 100, court records show.

  • A federal judge questioned the Trump administration's authority over California National Guard troops, indicating that the situation in Los Angeles had changed since their deployment in June.
  • U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer asked for evidence that state authorities could not ensure safety in the area.
  • California officials requested a preliminary injunction to regain control of the National Guard, claiming the president misused them as a personal police force.
  • The administration argued that the president's actions were necessary due to violence during protests, which they deemed reflected a rebellion or danger of rebellion.
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Federal judge appears skeptical of Trump’s effort to retain control of California National Guard

A federal judge on Friday sharply questioned the Trump administration's authority and need to maintain command of California National Guard troops it first…

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Federal judge appears skeptical of Trump's effort to retain control of California National Guard

A federal judge has questioned the Trump administration’s authority and need to maintain command of California National Guard troops it first deployed to Los Angeles in June following violent protests.

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