A higher court reverses the previous decision, granting Trump authority over the California National Guard.
In a twist of legal power play, California Governor Gavin Newsom squared off against President Trump last Thursday over the federalization of National Guard troops in response to anti-ICE protests in LA. The tussle landed in court, with a federal judge, U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer, casting doubt on Trump's moves. Breyer called into question the legality of the president's decisions, citing potential procedural oversights such as bypassing Governor Newsom, as required by law.
However, Governor Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta weren't about to throw in the towel. They swiftly secured an emergency restraining order, blocking Trump's aggressive takeover of the California National Guard. This win for Newsom marked a significant blow to Trump's efforts.
But the drama didn't end there. The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals stepped in, temporarily reversing the judge's decision to return control of the National Guard back to Governor Newsom. This intervention kept the troops under Trump's command for the interim.
This high-stakes legal battle put the spotlight on the delicate balance of power between state and federal authorities, especially in instances where military forces are deployed within a state without the governor's explicit consent. As the case unfolds, it promises to shape the dynamics of power between state and federal governments in the United States.
[1] Procedural issues questioning the legality of President Trump's actions[2] Governor Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta secure emergency restraining order[3] 9th Circuit Court of Appeals temporarily blocks judge's ruling[4] Troops reman under Trump's control for the time being[5] Legal battle could have implications for the balance of power between state and federal governments in the United States.
The legal battle over the federalization of National Guard troops in California raises questions about the legality of President Trump's actions, given the procedural issues in play. Governor Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta's swift securing of an emergency restraining order blocked Trump's takeover, marking a significant blow to his efforts. However, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals' temporary reversal of the judge's decision keeps the troops under Trump's control for the interim, potentially shaping the balance of power between state and federal governments in the United States as this case unfolds.
