Gregg Jarrett: A conflict between federal and state authority as Trump deploys the National Guard in LA
It’s not unexpected that a liberal judge in San Francisco would align with California’s Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom regarding the National Guard’s control during recent protests, which escalated into riots and violence against federal agents in Los Angeles. The court proceedings on Thursday felt somewhat ceremonial, almost like theater. The 9th Circuit Court offered a […]
Maintains Authority over California National Guard
Judicial Ruling on Trump’s Authority Over Federal Forces A judge in a lower court has ordered President Donald Trump to take measures regarding control of the federal government. The ruling from the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals may not fully endorse Trump’s stance, but reports indicate that for now, the president retains authority over […]
Trump should not have authority over US Marshals, the final safeguard of our courts
During his initial term, President Trump didn’t hesitate to make personal attacks against federal judges he disagreed with. In one notable instance from February 2017, he referred to U.S. District Judge James L. Robart as “the so-called judge,” particularly after Robart temporarily suspended Trump’s travel ban. Fast forward to his second term, and Trump upped […]
Trump and GOP Congress halt California’s expansion of EPA authority
Trump and Republicans End California’s Emission Control Authority President Donald Trump, along with House and Senate Republicans, has successfully eliminated California’s unique power to set national emission standards for vehicles and engines. This change is viewed as a significant move toward revitalizing America’s manufacturing sector. During President Joe Biden’s administration, the EPA had allowed California […]
Trump’s attorneys reaffirm California troop deployment authority in recent document.
Trump’s Authority Over National Guard Questioned in Lawsuit The Justice Department on Wednesday intensified its challenges to California Governor Gavin Newsom’s emergency lawsuit aimed at blocking President Donald Trump’s actions regarding the state’s National Guard troops. The case has been termed a “bad political stunt” by the administration, suggesting it jeopardizes “America’s lives.” The core […]
DOJ supports Trump’s authority to use the National Guard during California legal dispute
DOJ Opposes Restraining Order Against Trump’s National Guard Activation The Department of Justice (DOJ) is urging the court to deny a request for a restraining order against the Trump administration concerning the deployment of National Guard soldiers in Los Angeles. This decision follows a weekend marked by violent riots linked to actions by the city’s […]
The president has the authority to grant pardons for civil offenses according to the Constitution.
President Trump has approached the power of pardon in a manner that many found unexpected. He has granted forgiveness to individuals involved in the January 6th events and occasionally overlooked the usual protocols of the Department of Justice for processing pardon applications. Recently, a Wall Street Journal article described the pardon practices during Trump’s second […]
Newsom criticizes Trump in speech alleging blatant misuse of authority
On Tuesday, California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized President Trump for what he termed “brazen abuse of power” in deploying troops to Los Angeles. He suggested that political opponents were deliberately contributing to the turmoil in the city. During a speech that evening, Newsom encouraged protesters to remain peaceful amid widespread lawlessness. Mayor Karen Bass had […]
Thune uncertain about the authority Trump is using to send Marines to Los Angeles
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) is in favor of President Trump’s decision to send federal resources to address the riots in Los Angeles. However, it’s somewhat unclear why Trump has chosen to deploy 700 active-duty Marines in the U.S. “I don’t have all the details on what exactly is happening there, but I assume […]
Hochul ignores Delgado, claims that the separated LG lacks acting governor authority
Albany – Just Out of Reach Governor Kathy Hochul seems to have entirely sidelined her second-in-command, despite officially being the acting governor, as the political drama unfolds. Earlier this week, Lt. Col. Antonio Delgado disclosed during a campaign event in Brooklyn that he hadn’t communicated with Hochul for several months. “It’s been a while. Definitely […]