California Sues Trump Over Unauthorized National Guard Deployment

California has initiated legal action against the federal government, challenging the deployment of the National Guard to Los Angeles in response to protests sparked by federal immigration enforcement actions. The lawsuit, announced by Governor Gavin Newsom, alleges that President Donald Trump's decision to send the National Guard to the city was an unlawful federalization of the state's militia.
The deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles was ordered by Trump on Saturday night, marking the first instance in 60 years that a U.S. president has deployed the National Guard to a state without the governor's request. The protests in Los Angeles were triggered by federal immigration raids, which have faced widespread opposition from local residents and activists.
Governor Newsom has been outspoken in his criticism of Trump's decision, asserting that it was an attempt to "stoke tensions and federalize the National Guard." The governor's lawsuit contends that the federal government exceeded its authority by deploying the National Guard without the state's consent. The legal action is expected to center on the constitutional limits of federal power in such scenarios.
The escalating tensions in Los Angeles have resulted in a series of confrontations between protesters and law enforcement, with some demonstrations turning violent. The situation underscores the deep divisions between the federal government and state authorities over immigration policy and law enforcement.
The lawsuit, which has not yet appeared in court records, comes amid a public feud between Newsom and Trump over who is responsible for restoring order in the city. The governor has accused Trump of using the National Guard deployment as a political stunt, while the president has blamed Newsom for not doing enough to control the protests.
The legal battle is likely to attract significant attention, as it raises critical questions about the balance of power between the federal government and the states. The outcome of the lawsuit could have far-reaching implications for future deployments of the National Guard and the role of federal authorities in managing domestic unrest.

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