Judge strikes down Trump's illegal federalization of California National Guard

In the United States, a federal court ruled against President Donald Trump's decision to federalize the California National Guard in response to protests against ICE deportations. U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer found that Trump's actions exceeded his statutory authority and violated the Tenth Amendment, which reserves certain powers for the states. This decision came amid rising tensions in Los Angeles, where protests had turned violent, prompting the deployment of 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines without the support of local officials. The judge's order required immediate return of control to California Governor Gavin Newsom, leading to an appeal from the Trump administration. Critics of the president argued that the military should not be employed for law enforcement purposes, as the situation in Los Angeles did not meet the criteria for a federal response under the law. The case highlights ongoing disputes over state versus federal authority in the United States, revealing concerns about potential overreach of presidential powers when invoking military solutions to civil unrest. The ruling was temporarily stayed pending appeal, but it signals a growing judicial skepticism towards the military's role in domestic issues and emphasizes the importance of maintaining checks and balances in governance.