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Federal Appeals Court Weighs Legality of National Guard Deployment in Washington

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United States | October 14, 2026. A federal appeals court in Washington is considering a dispute over the Trump administration’s deployment of National Guard personnel to the nation’s capital. The deployment began in August 2025 and was defended by the administration as a public-safety measure. District officials argue that using troops for local crime enforcement exceeded presidential authority. A district judge previously ruled against the deployment, but that decision was paused pending appeal. The case raises questions about the division of authority between federal officials and Washington’s local government.

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