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The Trump administration has taken back control of Washington D.C.'s three municipal golf courses from the National Links Trust, citing lease default, and has halted ongoing renovation projects, while the Trust disputes the default claim and plans to keep the courses open for now.
The U.S. Justice Department has requested a federal judge to lift a temporary order that prevents the president from deploying the Oregon National Guard in Portland, following recent court rulings and legal actions concerning the deployment of troops.
An appeals court ruled that National Guard troops sent to Illinois by President Trump can remain in the state under federal control but cannot be deployed for protection or patrol duties for now, following a legal challenge and a temporary block on their deployment.
A federal appeals court temporarily blocked the deployment of National Guard troops in Chicago amid protests at ICE facilities, ruling that the troops can remain under federal control but cannot be deployed on the streets, marking a legal victory for Illinois and Chicago authorities amidst ongoing immigration protests.
An appeals court in Illinois has allowed National Guard troops sent by President Trump to remain in the state under federal control but restricted their deployment to protect federal property or patrols, following a legal challenge questioning the threat of rebellion during the immigration crackdown.
A federal appeals court in Illinois temporarily allowed National Guard troops to remain under federal control but prohibited their deployment amid ongoing legal disputes over the Trump administration's use of troops to manage protests, with courts questioning the authority and necessity of such deployments.
An appellate court has temporarily blocked the deployment of Oregon National Guard troops to Portland, ruling they can remain under federal control but cannot be deployed to the city, as they prepare to hear arguments on whether to grant a full stay.
A federal appeals court has temporarily kept Oregon National Guard troops under federal control but prevented their deployment in Portland, amid ongoing legal battles over the use of troops in protests, with oral arguments scheduled to further clarify the situation.
Washington D.C. officials, including Mayor Muriel Bowser, are testifying before a House committee amid Republican efforts to increase federal control over the city, with debates focusing on public safety, criminal justice, and D.C.'s limited autonomy, amidst ongoing tensions over federal intervention and local governance.
The House passed legislation to impose stricter criminal penalties for young offenders in D.C., including lowering the age for charging minors as adults from 16 to 14, as part of a broader effort by Republicans and President Trump to increase federal control over the city amid ongoing law enforcement presence.
The 30-day federal emergency declaration in Washington, D.C., initiated by President Trump to increase federal control over local police and law enforcement will end, but many federal law enforcement presence and interventions remain, with ongoing legislative efforts to expand federal oversight and concerns about future emergencies and local autonomy.
Thousands protested in Washington D.C. against the federal government's increased military presence and control, criticizing President Trump's intervention and advocating for local autonomy amid concerns over authoritarian tactics and lack of representation.
Since President Trump placed D.C. police under federal control and deployed the National Guard, over 1,600 arrests have been made, primarily for immigration and minor offenses, with some cases facing legal challenges and dismissals due to overreach or procedural issues.
The Department of Transportation will take back control of Washington D.C.'s Union Station from Amtrak to improve safety, security, and infrastructure, with plans to reinvest income into upgrades and renegotiate management agreements, amid ongoing federal efforts to address crime and homelessness at the station.
D.C. Police Chief Pamela A. Smith faces leadership challenges amid federal attempts to take control of the department by the Trump administration, leading to confusion over command and concerns about department morale and community trust, especially regarding immigration enforcement policies.