Ninth Circuit Panel (by 2-1 Vote): President Trump Likely Lawfully Ordered National Guard to Portland
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit ruled that President Donald Trump has the authority to deploy the National Guard to Portland.

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2 developments- Oct 20, 2025Only right-leaning coverage:Trump Wins Again: 9th Circuit Says He Can Send National Guard to Portland
- Oct 21, 2025Ninth Circuit Panel (by 2-1 Vote): President Trump Likely Lawfully Ordered National Guard to Portland
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