A federal judge in San Francisco has ruled that former U.S. President Donald Trump violated constitutional limits by deploying National Guard troops to Los Angeles earlier this year. The court determined the move exceeded presidential authority regarding federal intervention in local governance, marking a significant legal rebuke amid ongoing debates about military domestic deployment.
The ruling comes as Trump reaffirmed plans to expand troop deployments to other U.S. cities, citing public safety concerns. Legal experts suggest the decision could set a precedent for limiting executive power in domestic law enforcement matters. The administration has appealed the verdict, framing it as a challenge to national security priorities.
Analysts note the case highlights tensions between federal authority and regional autonomy, with implications for future crisis responses. Residents of Los Angeles reported mixed reactions, with some praising the court's defense of local governance while others expressed concerns about urban security.
