Newsom Plans Lawsuit Against Trump Over National Guard Deployment

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California Governor Gavin Newsom announced plans to sue the Trump administration over its deployment of the National Guard to Los Angeles amid immigration protests. The lawsuit, set for Monday, challenges the federal government’s response to anti-ICE riots. Newsom argues the deployment infringes on state authority.

The National Guard was sent to Los Angeles to quell protests over immigration raids. The decision followed clashes between protesters and federal officers.

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Newsom claims the federal action violates California’s sovereignty over its National Guard. He called the deployment an unconstitutional overreach by President Trump.

Immigration raids targeting illegal immigrants have sparked significant unrest in California. Protests in Los Angeles escalated over the weekend, prompting federal intervention.

The lawsuit aims to block further National Guard involvement in the protests. Newsom has urged calm to de-escalate tensions in the state.

California has a history of opposing federal immigration enforcement policies. Governors often assert state rights in such disputes with Washington.

The deployment was authorized under federal law, allowing presidents to mobilize state guards. Newsom’s legal challenge questions the legality of this authority.

Some support Newsom’s lawsuit, citing state autonomy and excessive federal force. Others argue the National Guard is needed to restore order.