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Trump Asserts Military Authority in Supreme Court Showdown

11/18/2025

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On November 10, U.S. President Donald Trump argued to the Supreme Court that the president's authority to deploy military troops against U.S. cities is beyond judicial review.
Trump's lawyers said this power stems from Congress and is essential for national security.
The Seventh Circuit rejected these claims, saying specific conditions must be met for National Guard deployment, and the Supreme Court's response remains critical.

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Story summary

On November 10, U.S. President Donald Trump argued to the Supreme Court that the president's authority to deploy military troops against U.S. cities is beyond judicial review.
Trump's lawyers said this power stems from Congress and is essential for national security.
The Seventh Circuit rejected these claims, saying specific conditions must be met for National Guard deployment, and the Supreme Court's response remains critical.