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Terming Trump’s National Guard move illegal, California Governor stated, “This is a manufactured crisis. He is creating fear and terror to take over a state militia.”
California Governor Gavin Newsom
California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced legal action against President Donald Trump after federal troops were deployed to Los Angeles without state approval, sparking widespread protests for a third consecutive day.
Taking to X, Newsom wrote, “We are suing Donald Trump.”
Terming Trump’s action illegal, California Governor stated, “This is a manufactured crisis. He is creating fear and terror to take over a state militia and violate the US Constitution.” He further urged every Governor — red or blue — to reject this outrageous overreach. “There’s a lot of hyperbole out there. This isn’t that,” he added in the post on X.
“This is an unmistakable step toward authoritarianism that threatens the foundation of our republic. We cannot let it stand,” Newsom wrote.
NEW: We are suing Donald Trump.This is a manufactured crisis. He is creating fear and terror to take over a state militia and violate the U.S. constitution.
The illegal order he signed could allow him to send the military into ANY STATE HE WISHES.
Every governor — red or…
— Gavin Newsom (@GavinNewsom) June 9, 2025
California Files Lawsuit Against Trump
California has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration urging a judge to declare the call-up of National Guard troops in response to street protests in Los Angeles “unconstitutional”. The state has also asked to halt any further deployments of troops.
In response to Monday’s filing, a White House spokesperson said California Governor Gavin Newsom should prioritise prosecuting “anti-ICE rioters” rather than suing the Trump administration, reported news agency ANI.
“It’s pathetic that Newsom is more focused on saving face than protecting law enforcement and holding criminals accountable,” White House Deputy Press Secretary Anna Kelly said. “As the President said, Newsom should thank him for restoring law and order.”
During a news conference, California Attorney General Rob Bonta has strongly criticised Trump’s decision to federalise the state’s National Guard troops, calling it “unnecessary, counterproductive, and unlawful”.
This is California’s 24th lawsuit in 19 weeks against the Trump administration, Bonta informed.
Bonta argued that Trump’s order abuses federal authority, violating the 10th Amendment and federal law, as it was made without Governor Gavin Newsom’s authorisation and against the wishes of local law enforcement.
(With agency inputs)
Mahima Joshi, Sub-Editor at News18.com, works with the India and Breaking team. Covering national stories and bringing breaking news to the table are her forte. She is deeply interested in Indian politics and a…Read More
Mahima Joshi, Sub-Editor at News18.com, works with the India and Breaking team. Covering national stories and bringing breaking news to the table are her forte. She is deeply interested in Indian politics and a… Read More
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