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Judge to Decide Fate of D.C. Federal Troop Controversy
8/16/2025
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- A federal judge will hear a case on Friday about the Trump administration's federal takeover of Washington, D.C.
- D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb has filed a lawsuit against this takeover, citing over 1,500 federal troops in the city.
- Schwalb claims this action jeopardizes D.C.'s autonomy and safety, labeling it a significant threat.
- Judge Ana Reyes may quickly issue a restraining order.
