District Columbia Files Lawsuit Against Trump Over National Guard Deployment

Washington, D.C. has filed a lawsuit against President Donald Trump's administration challenging the deployment of National Guard troops within the capital city, labeling it an illegal "military occupation." D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb criticized the presence of armed soldiers policing civilians, describing it as a violation of local autonomy and fundamental freedoms. Schwalb emphasized that armed soldiers should not be policing American citizens on American soil, calling for an end to the forced military presence. The legal action highlights tensions regarding federal authority in the District and raises questions about the balance of power between local governance and the federal government. The lawsuit seeks to halt what the city views as an unacceptable federal overreach into local law enforcement. This move reflects ongoing disputes over the role of military forces in civil affairs within the nation's capital.