Judge rules Trump illegally seized California National Guard during riots
A recent ruling by a federal judge has declared that President Donald Trump overstepped his authority by seizing control of California’s National Guard during ICE-related riots in Los Angeles. U.S. District Judge Charles R. Breyer sided with Governor Gavin Newsom, ordering Trump to immediately return control of the Guard to the state.
The judge’s decision, issued on Thursday, deemed Trump’s actions illegal and in violation of both his statutory authority and the Tenth Amendment of the United States Constitution. Judge Breyer emphasized that even the president cannot legislate by fiat, emphasizing the importance of federalism.
The unrest in Los Angeles stemmed from anti-ICE protests that escalated into riots, looting, and clashes with federal agents. In response, Trump issued a proclamation invoking federal authority, but Judge Breyer rejected this justification as constitutionally unfounded.
In his ruling, Judge Breyer granted a temporary restraining order requested by the plaintiffs, halting federal control of the California National Guard and directing its return to Governor Newsom. The court has set a deadline for compliance with the order and scheduled a hearing to determine if a preliminary injunction should be issued.
The White House has yet to respond to requests for comment on the ruling. The case highlights the ongoing tensions between federal and state powers, underscoring the importance of constitutional principles in governance.
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