Kristi Noem’s stance on federalizing the National Guard shifted dramatically depending on the political affiliation of the governor involved. She vehemently opposed President Biden’s potential deployment to Texas, citing it as an attack on states’ rights. However, she enthusiastically supported President Trump’s deployment to Los Angeles, justifying it as necessary to ensure public safety and immigration enforcement. Noem’s rationale for this reversal centered on her assessment of each governor’s decision-making capabilities. This contrasting response highlights a significant partisan divide in views on federal intervention in state affairs.
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White House border czar Tom Homan clarified that there are no current plans to arrest California Governor Gavin Newsom, despite President Trump’s suggestion to the contrary. Homan emphasized that arrests would only occur if individuals, regardless of position, committed crimes against ICE officers, leaving the decision to the Justice Department. While Homan supports the deployment of National Guard and Marine Corps troops to Los Angeles, citing property damage and assaults on ICE agents, Newsom contests the legality of this action and has filed a lawsuit. The escalating conflict centers on differing opinions regarding the handling of protests sparked by ICE actions in Los Angeles.
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President Trump’s deployment of approximately 4,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles in response to protests has been met with sharp criticism, with Governor Newsom alleging the move is a political stunt. Of the initially deployed 2,000 troops, only around 300 have been actively deployed, leaving the remainder idle and without sufficient supplies in federal buildings. Newsom further condemns the deployment of 700 Marines as a violation of democratic principles, and the state’s attorney general has filed a lawsuit challenging the legality of the president’s actions. The White House maintains the deployment is necessary to stabilize the region, but the lack of active engagement by the majority of troops fuels accusations of misuse of military resources.
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Anthony Scaramucci, a former Trump White House communications director, doubts allegations of a Trump-Epstein connection, believing such evidence would have already surfaced. Instead, Scaramucci suspects that compromising material held by Vladimir Putin is the true vulnerability. He speculates this could be information gathered during Trump’s real estate career decades ago, explaining Trump’s deference to Putin despite the latter’s weakening global position. This “kompromat,” Scaramucci suggests, is far more damaging than previously speculated “pee tape” scenarios, forcing Trump’s subservient behavior toward Putin.
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A lawsuit alleging voting discrepancies in Rockland County, New York’s 2024 election is proceeding to discovery. The nonpartisan SMART Legislation group claims statistical anomalies and affidavit evidence contradict official results, particularly concerning the Senate race and exhibiting improbable patterns in presidential vote counts. While the lawsuit won’t alter the certified presidential outcome, it raises concerns about election integrity, fueled by reports of altered voting machines and a missing testing lab. A hearing is scheduled for September 22 to consider a request for a full hand recount.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom is suing the Trump administration for illegally deploying the National Guard without gubernatorial consent, a move impacting all states. This action, deemed unconstitutional and immoral, violates a statute mandating that mobilization orders be issued through state governors. Newsom further criticizes the deployment of Marines and additional National Guard troops as a divisive tactic inciting fear and chaos. He asserts that the situation is not about immigration but about upholding democratic principles and the rule of law.
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Hundreds rallied in Dallas to protest intensified deportation efforts and show solidarity with Los Angeles protestors facing harsh responses, including tear gas and potential deployment of National Guard troops. Dallas police initially blocked bridge access before declaring the assembly unlawful and deploying pepper balls to disperse the largely peaceful demonstration. Protesters expressed anger at the administration’s actions, fearing for family and friends who are undocumented. The Dallas protest highlighted concerns about increased ICE activity and a potential new state law requiring local law enforcement cooperation with ICE, adding to existing tensions.
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President Trump’s federalization and deployment of National Guard troops to Los Angeles without state consent has prompted Governor Newsom to sue the administration, claiming the action is illegal and unconstitutional. Trump, in response, publicly advocated for Newsom’s arrest, escalating the conflict. California Attorney General Bonta supports the lawsuit, arguing that the president overstepped his authority and that the governor retains command of the National Guard. This unprecedented action, likened to President Johnson’s intervention in Alabama in 1965, raises concerns about federal overreach and potential authoritarianism.
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Following a weekend of protests against ICE raids and National Guard deployment in Los Angeles, President Trump escalated tensions with violent rhetoric on social media, threatening protesters with harsh repercussions and labeling them “insurrectionists.” He further endorsed the arrest of California Governor Gavin Newsom, despite a lack of legal basis, highlighting a disregard for legal processes. This aggressive stance, echoing previous inflammatory statements, showcases the President’s increasing embrace of authoritarian tactics. The President’s actions, including the deployment of the National Guard under questionable circumstances, demonstrate a willingness to disregard legal constraints and potentially incite further unrest.
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Governor Gavin Newsom accused President Trump of lying about a phone conversation concerning the deployment of National Guard troops to Los Angeles. Newsom stated that Trump, during their Friday night conversation, failed to mention the deployment despite later publicly claiming otherwise. This action, deemed unlawful by Newsom and Mayor Bass, followed immigration raids and escalated tensions in the city. Newsom announced an impending lawsuit against the Trump administration for this unauthorized intervention, characterizing the president’s actions as inflammatory and a breach of state sovereignty.
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