National Guard
Trump demands jail for Chicago mayor and Illinois governor over ICE protection
9. oktober 2025 Bilde generert av AI
President Donald Trump called for the arrest of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, accusing them of failing to protect ICE officers amid escalating protests against federal immigration enforcement. The White House released a video on October 8, 2025, criticizing the leaders and highlighting Chicago's crime issues. Tensions have risen with the deployment of Texas National Guard troops to safeguard federal personnel.
Trump deploys National Guard to Chicago amid Oregon court block
6. oktober 2025 Rapportert av AI
President Trump has authorized the deployment of 300 Illinois National Guard members to Chicago to protect federal officers amid claims of riots. In Oregon, a federal judge blocked the use of state troops in Portland, but 300 California National Guard personnel arrived anyway. Democratic governors strongly oppose the moves, with California's Gavin Newsom filing a lawsuit against the administration.
Trump deploys National Guard to Chicago amid state lawsuit
8. oktober 2025 Bilde generert av AI
President Donald Trump has deployed National Guard troops, including units from Texas, to Chicago to protect federal facilities during immigration enforcement operations. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson filed a lawsuit on Monday to block the move, calling it an unconstitutional invasion. The deployment follows tense protests and clashes with federal agents, drawing sharp rebukes from state Democrats.
Protests Against National Guard in Washington
9. september 2025 Rapportert av AI
Thousands protested in Washington D.C. against the deployment of National Guard troops. The demonstrations highlighted concerns over military involvement in domestic affairs. Authorities maintained order during the events.
Federal judge blocks Trump national guard deployment to Portland
7. oktober 2025 Bilde generert av AI
A federal judge in Oregon issued a temporary restraining order blocking President Donald Trump's attempt to deploy National Guard troops to Portland amid ongoing protests at an ICE facility. The ruling, expanded on Sunday, October 5, 2025, prohibits the federalization or relocation of any state's National Guard to the city. The White House criticized the decision as an overreach, while the administration appeals the order.
Courts test Trump's National Guard use in Oregon and Illinois
11. oktober 2025 Rapportert av AI
President Donald Trump's federalization of the National Guard in Portland and Chicago faced legal challenges this week, as the administration argued that Democratic-led states are obstructing immigration enforcement. Lawyers cited constitutional precedents to justify protecting federal facilities amid protests. Democratic leaders decried the moves as threats to state sovereignty.