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.