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Stephen Miller's Claims on National Guard Sparks Legal Battle

10/8/2025

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Stephen Miller faced scrutiny after a CNN interview about Trump's deployment of National Guard troops.
During the interview, Miller stopped after mentioning "plenary authority," sparking speculation.
Trump's administration claims extraordinary executive powers to address crises, which critics argue are unfounded.
A federal judge blocked the Portland deployment, calling Trump's claims "untethered to facts," while the Supreme Court weighs in.

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Story summary

Stephen Miller faced scrutiny after a CNN interview about Trump's deployment of National Guard troops.
During the interview, Miller stopped after mentioning "plenary authority," sparking speculation.
Trump's administration claims extraordinary executive powers to address crises, which critics argue are unfounded.
A federal judge blocked the Portland deployment, calling Trump's claims "untethered to facts," while the Supreme Court weighs in.