BREAKING: A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to halt the deployment of the California National Guard in Los Angeles, demanding control be returned to the state. This urgent ruling, issued by U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer in San Francisco on November 1, 2023, comes in response to California officials who opposed the federal government’s extraordinary move to use Guard troops without the governor’s approval.
The judge granted a preliminary injunction, but has placed the decision on hold until November 6, 2023, allowing for a potential appeal by the federal government. California’s legal team argued that the situation in Los Angeles has significantly evolved since the initial deployment of over 4,000 troops in June. By late October, that number dwindled to several hundred, with only around 100 troops remaining actively stationed in the area.
The Trump administration has extended this deployment until February 2024, as part of a broader strategy to enhance immigration enforcement efforts. This controversial decision has faced fierce backlash from local officials in Democratic-led cities, including plans to deploy troops in Portland, Oregon. The U.S. Justice Department maintains that these Guard members are essential for protecting federal personnel and properties in Los Angeles.
California officials expressed relief over the ruling, emphasizing that military presence should not be used for political maneuvering. The deployment has raised concerns about overreach and local autonomy, highlighting the ongoing tensions between state and federal authorities.
As the situation develops, all eyes will be on November 6, when Judge Breyer’s hold on the ruling will be lifted. What happens next could have significant implications for federal-state relations and the future role of the National Guard in California.
Stay tuned for updates on this urgent matter as it unfolds.
