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California Governor Gavin Newsom has condemned President Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops to Los Angeles, calling it costly and illegal. Following a federal judge’s ruling that the operation violates the Posse Comitatus Act, concerns over federal overreach have intensified. The deployment, which cost an estimated $120 million, included various expenses for necessities and logistics. State officials argue the situation could have been managed locally, emphasizing the financial and societal costs of the operation. The White House plans to appeal the ruling, framing it as judicial overreach.
Los Angeles – California Governor Gavin Newsom has criticized President Donald Trump’s recent deployment of approximately 4,200 National Guard troops and 700 Marines to Los Angeles, labeling the operation as both costly and illegal. This criticism follows a federal judge’s ruling stating that the deployment violated federal law, raising concerns about the potential overreach of presidential power.
The troop deployment, which occurred in June amid protests against immigration raids, cost an estimated $120 million. Governor Newsom’s office detailed the expenses associated with the deployment, breaking it down into various categories: $71 million for food and necessities, $37 million in payroll, $4 million for logistics, $3.5 million in travel, and $1.5 million for demobilization costs. The state has been critical of the operation, asserting that it represents “waste, fraud, and abuse” of resources.
On Monday, U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer ruled that the deployment of troops for immigration enforcement operations effectively established “a national police force,” violating the Posse Comitatus Act. This law limits the use of federal military personnel in civilian law enforcement roles. The judge emphasized that statements from President Trump and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth regarding the potential deployment of National Guard troops to other cities reflect undue federal overreach.
The ruling does not require the immediate withdrawal of the remaining 300 troops but prohibits them from engaging in actions related to law enforcement, such as arrests or crowd control. The California state government, which had opposed the deployment from the outset, initially filed a lawsuit arguing that the federal actions were unprecedented and illegal. Following the ruling, California has also submitted a preliminary injunction to prevent any extension of troop deployment leading up to the elections, asserting it is unnecessary and politically motivated.
In response to the criticisms of the deployment, California officials have highlighted the “real financial and societal costs” associated with the operation. Reports indicate that soldiers faced inadequate living conditions, and training opportunities for the troops were limited during their time on the ground. Concerns about the troops’ welfare have been a recurring theme among state leaders.
Furthermore, the state indicated that there was no substantial risk to federal agents during the protests, calling into question the need for military intervention. Despite the largely peaceful nature of the demonstrations, the federal administration has been perceived as using troop deployments as a strategy to control unrest in cities run by Democratic leaders.
This week’s judicial ruling has prompted the White House to announce intentions to appeal, framing the decision as an example of judicial overreach. Governor Newsom has reinforced the notion that federal actions during the protests exemplify a significant overstep of presidential authority, underscoring the states’ rights to govern and protect their citizens without federal interference.
The deployment of National Guard troops to Los Angeles has sparked significant public backlash, with local leaders arguing that the situation could be adequately managed by state and local authorities. Many community members have expressed frustration over the federal government’s intervention, which they claim was unnecessary, given the protests’ peaceful nature.
Overall, the situation reflects ongoing tensions between state and federal government regarding enforcement practices and the handling of immigration-related issues. As the case continues to develop, both state officials and the federal administration are preparing for potential legal battles concerning authority and resource allocation during a time of heightened social unrest.
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- ABC7 News
- Wikipedia: Posse Comitatus Act
- NBC News
- Google Search: Trump National Guard deployment
- The Conversation
- Encyclopedia Britannica: National Guard
- The Guardian
- Google News: Trump Judge rules National Guard deployment
- New York Times
- USA Today
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