Trump National Guard Portland Ruling Upheld By US Court
October 20, 2025
5:26 pm
A US appeals court has ruled that President Donald Trump can deploy National Guard troops to Portland, Oregon, despite opposition from state and city officials, marking a significant legal win for the Republican leader as disputes over federal control of local security continue.
The decision, issued Monday by a three-judge panel of the 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals, temporarily lifted an earlier injunction that had blocked the troop deployment while legal challenges proceed. The ruling allows Trump’s directive to move forward pending a full trial on the matter later this month.
Two judges appointed by Trump voted in favour …
