Portland's Legal Battle: Who Calls the Shots?

Government Fights Court Ruling

The federal government is not giving up on sending troops to Portland. They are challenging a court decision that stopped them from using the National Guard in the city.

Judge's Decision

A judge ruled that the president did not have a valid reason to send in the troops. The judge also stated that the president did not prove there was a rebellion or danger of one.

Oregon's Legal Action

The city and state of Oregon sued to stop the troops from coming. They argued that the president did not follow the rules. The judge agreed, stating that the president must follow the law, even with extensive power.

Federal Government's Argument

The federal government claimed the troops were needed to protect federal buildings and argued that Portland was in chaos. However, the judge disagreed, emphasizing that the government must be truthful and follow the law.

Oregon's Response

Oregon's attorney general welcomed the judge's decision. He stated that the state will continue fighting for its rights and make decisions based on facts, not politics.

Previous Court Actions

The judge had previously stopped the troops from coming twice before the trial:

1. First, she stopped Trump from sending 200 Oregon National Guard members.
2. Then, she stopped him from sending troops from other states.

The appeals court also ruled that the troops should not come until they make a decision.