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Judge Blocks Trump's National Guard Federalization Plan

10/7/2025

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Judge Blocks Trump

Judge Karin Immergut in Portland blocked President Donald Trump's plan to federalize 200 National Guard members, citing overreach.
Immergut will hear arguments on October 17 about extending the restraining order.
The Justice Department plans to appeal, saying federal troops are needed to maintain order.
Oregon officials say the situation does not warrant military intervention, noting protests were peaceful.

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Justice Department Missteps

The Justice Department's misconduct case against Judge James Boasberg faltered due to missing evidence.
Analysts blamed the Department of Justice (DOJ) for filing a complaint without proof, aiming at Boasberg.
A Freedom of Information Act request found no supporting document for the allegations.
In Virginia, a federal prosecutor found no probable cause to charge New York Attorney General Letitia James.

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Judge Blocks Trump

Judge Karin Immergut in Portland blocked President Donald Trump's plan to federalize 200 National Guard members, citing overreach.
Immergut will hear arguments on October 17 about extending the restraining order.
The Justice Department plans to appeal, saying federal troops are needed to maintain order.
Oregon officials say the situation does not warrant military intervention, noting protests were peaceful.

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