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A federal judge in Chicago has temporarily blocked the deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago and Illinois, citing concerns over civil unrest and questioning the legality of the federal actions. Meanwhile, a federal appeals court in San Francisco appears likely to overturn a similar order blocking troop deployment to Portland, Oregon. The legal battles highlight ongoing disputes over the president's authority to deploy military forces in domestic cities amid protests and violence, with decisions expected soon. Today's date & time: Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:53:58 +0100.
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Amid escalating tensions in Minneapolis over federal immigration enforcement, Donald Trump has publicly threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act to deploy the military, following a series of shootings involving ICE agents and protests. Local officials oppose federal escalation, citing safety concerns and ongoing unrest. The situation remains volatile as protests continue.
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Amid ongoing protests in Minneapolis over ICE-related violence, President Trump threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act to deploy the military and federalize the National Guard. The move follows a series of violent clashes, including the shooting of a suspected illegal immigrant and a federal officer, escalating tensions in the city.