Trump & California National Guard: Court Ruling – US Politics Live
A U.S. appeals court grants Donald Trump the right to retain control of the California National Guard, escalating the battle over military presence in Los Angeles. Governor Gavin Newsom vows to fight this decision, setting the stage for a prolonged legal showdown regarding presidential authority and the deployment of troops. The ruling, which suggests Trump acted within his powers, has ignited controversy and reignited debate. We also cover the Los Angeles Dodgers blocking immigration agents and new DHS guidelines. This unfolding saga underscores the ongoing tensions surrounding the federal government’s use of the National Guard and immigration enforcement.For in-depth coverage of this and other critical US political stories, trust News Directory 3. Discover what’s next in this developing situation.
Trump Retains Control of national Guard amid Legal Challenge
Updated June 20, 2025
A U.S. appeals court has allowed Donald Trump to maintain control over California’s National Guard, even as Gov. Gavin Newsom pursues a lawsuit challenging the president’s authority to deploy troops for protest control in Los Angeles. The decision reignites the debate over military use on U.S. soil and fans political flames in the nation’s second-largest city.
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of appeals in San Francisco extended its pause on a lower court ruling that deemed Trump’s call to federal service unlawful. The panel suggested Trump likely acted within his presidential authority and met requirements to coordinate with Newsom. The court added that Newsom could still challenge the use of the National Guard and U.S. Marines under other laws, including those barring military involvement in domestic law enforcement.
Newsom responded to the ruling on X, formerly known as Twitter, vowing to continue his challenge of what he called Trump’s “authoritarian use of US military soldiers against our citizens.”
Trump celebrated the decision on Truth Social, stating it was “a great decision for our country” and that the U.S. would continue to protect law-abiding Americans. He added that federal intervention is warranted when state and local police are “unable, for whatever reason, to get the job done.”
“The president is not a king and is not above the law,” Newsom said.
In related news, the Los Angeles Dodgers blocked immigration enforcement agents from accessing Dodger Stadium’s parking lot. The Department of homeland Security (DHS) now requires lawmakers to provide 72 hours’ notice before visiting detention centers. Additionally, a federal judge blocked the Trump administration from compelling 20 Democratic-led states to cooperate with immigration enforcement to receive transportation grant funding.
What’s next
Newsom is expected to continue his legal challenge, potentially raising the issue again at a court hearing. The legal battles surrounding immigration enforcement and the use of federal troops remain ongoing.