Judge Rules Against Trump Troop Deployment Chicago Baltimore

President Donald Trump plans to deploy federal law enforcement and National Guard troops to combat crime in cities like Chicago and Baltimore, despite opposition from local officials. Trump has already deployed National Guard troops in Washington, D.C., and federalized the police force there, asserting his authority under the Insurrection Act to protect federal interests. Legal experts note that while the Insurrection Act grants the president broad powers to deploy troops under certain conditions, the Posse Comitatus Act limits military involvement in domestic law enforcement, creating a complex legal landscape. A federal judge ruled that Trump's earlier use of troops in Los Angeles violated the Posse Comitatus Act, ordering the withdrawal of remaining troops and barring deployment for certain law enforcement activities until compliance is ensured. Supporters argue the president's actions are justified to uphold federal law and public safety, while critics contend such deployments risk overstepping constitutional limits and infringing on state authority. The debate highlights tensions between executive power, federalism, and the appropriate use of military forces in domestic policing roles.