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Federal Judge Questions Trump's Authority Over National Guard Amid Constitutional Concerns
A federal judge is questioning President Donald Trump's authority over the National Guard and warned that the US is not a 'King George' monarchy, suggesting Trump may have acted outside of his constitutional powers.
A federal judge questioned President Donald Trump's authority over the National Guard during a hearing Thursday, warning that the US is not a 'King George' monarchy. The judge pressed the Department of Justice on whether Trump followed the law when he activated the National Guard in response to recent anti-immigrant protests. The judge emphasized the need for clear guidelines and checks on presidential power. Trump's actions have raised concerns about executive overreach and erosion of civil liberties.
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