Federal Appeal Court Upholds Trump's National Guard Deployment in Portland Amid Ongoing Protests.
The 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled in favor of President Donald Trump, allowing him to deploy Oregon National Guard troops into the city of Portland. The decision marks a significant victory for the Trump administration as it continues its effort to send federal forces into Democratic-led cities despite recent setbacks.
In a 2-1 ruling, the court's majority found that Trump lawfully exercised his statutory authority under 10 US Code § 12406(3) when deploying National Guard troops. Judge Ryan Nelson and Judge Bridget Bade, both appointed by Trump, sided with the administration in the majority ruling, while Clinton-appointed Judge Susan Graber dissented.
The deployment has become a contentious issue, with protesters opposing Trump's key policies clashing with law enforcement. Oregon officials and civil liberties groups have argued that the administration is exaggerating the threat, while Trump allies claim the Guard is necessary to restore order.
In an earlier ruling, a federal judge in Oregon had temporarily blocked Trump's attempt to deploy troops, describing his action as "untethered from reality" and risking "blurring the line between civil and military power." However, the 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals agreed to hear the administration's appeal, which was quickly stayed pending review.
The ruling comes amid Trump's efforts to deploy hundreds of National Guard troops into Democratic-led cities, citing concerns over violent crime and threats from protesters. Democrats have countered that Trump's descriptions are hyperbolic and inaccurate, arguing that the deployment is a pretext for federalizing Democratic-led cities.
With the 9th US Circuit Court's decision, the burden remains on lower courts to navigate this high-profile case. The 7th US Circuit Court of Appeals has also weighed in on the dispute, partially lifting a lower court order blocking Trump's federal deployment of National Guard troops in Chicago.
The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to intervene and block a 7th Circuit ruling that blocked its efforts for now. As the appeals continue, protests in Portland remain a contentious issue, with demonstrators opposing Trump's policies and law enforcement working to maintain order.
The decision by the 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals underscores the ongoing tensions between the Trump administration and Democratic-led cities. The case highlights the challenges faced by courts in balancing the need for law and order with concerns over federal power and civil liberties.
The 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled in favor of President Donald Trump, allowing him to deploy Oregon National Guard troops into the city of Portland. The decision marks a significant victory for the Trump administration as it continues its effort to send federal forces into Democratic-led cities despite recent setbacks.
In a 2-1 ruling, the court's majority found that Trump lawfully exercised his statutory authority under 10 US Code § 12406(3) when deploying National Guard troops. Judge Ryan Nelson and Judge Bridget Bade, both appointed by Trump, sided with the administration in the majority ruling, while Clinton-appointed Judge Susan Graber dissented.
The deployment has become a contentious issue, with protesters opposing Trump's key policies clashing with law enforcement. Oregon officials and civil liberties groups have argued that the administration is exaggerating the threat, while Trump allies claim the Guard is necessary to restore order.
In an earlier ruling, a federal judge in Oregon had temporarily blocked Trump's attempt to deploy troops, describing his action as "untethered from reality" and risking "blurring the line between civil and military power." However, the 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals agreed to hear the administration's appeal, which was quickly stayed pending review.
The ruling comes amid Trump's efforts to deploy hundreds of National Guard troops into Democratic-led cities, citing concerns over violent crime and threats from protesters. Democrats have countered that Trump's descriptions are hyperbolic and inaccurate, arguing that the deployment is a pretext for federalizing Democratic-led cities.
With the 9th US Circuit Court's decision, the burden remains on lower courts to navigate this high-profile case. The 7th US Circuit Court of Appeals has also weighed in on the dispute, partially lifting a lower court order blocking Trump's federal deployment of National Guard troops in Chicago.
The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to intervene and block a 7th Circuit ruling that blocked its efforts for now. As the appeals continue, protests in Portland remain a contentious issue, with demonstrators opposing Trump's policies and law enforcement working to maintain order.
The decision by the 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals underscores the ongoing tensions between the Trump administration and Democratic-led cities. The case highlights the challenges faced by courts in balancing the need for law and order with concerns over federal power and civil liberties.
, gotta give it to POTUS Trump and his team, they're not backing down from their "law & order" stance on these protests! 
The fact that a 2-1 majority ruled in favor of the admin is pretty telling - I think Trump's supporters are gonna love this 
. And honestly? I'm low-key kinda curious to see how the Supreme Court will weigh in on this one 
. One thing for sure though, it's gonna be a wild ride 
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. I mean, what's next? Sending in the cops to quell some peaceful protests? That's not how you keep the peace, that's how you stir up more trouble 
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. And what's with all these appeals? Can't we just have some common sense around here? 
. I just hope someone does something to put an end to this drama before it gets out of hand 
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The fact that Trump's allies are saying the Guard is necessary to restore order, while Oregon officials and civil liberties groups are saying it's just a pretext for federalizing Democratic-led cities... it's all just so dodgy 
I mean, protesters are getting hurt, people are losing their homes... and Trump's over here like "oh no, the world is ending" 
Guess it shows we still live under a "wartime president" 
, it's like they're trying to take away states' rights and all that. plus, have you seen the videos of these protests? people are mostly peaceful, just exercising their 1st amendment rights 
I mean, I get that protests are a normal part of democracy, but Trump deploying National Guard troops to quell them? That's like, so not cool, fam! 
As much as I think the protesters should be able to express themselves without cops cracking down on them, at the same time, you gotta have order and safety in the city. It feels like no one's winning here... 
. Anywayz, this ruling is def gonna make for some drama in the next few days, so let's just say... buckle up! 
And it's not just Portland – this is happening all over the country with Democratic-led cities. 
Is it just about following the rules, or is it about respecting people's rights to free speech and assembly? 
? The whole thing feels super fishy to me... the fact that it's happening in Democratic-led cities just feels like another way for Trump to stir up trouble 