In a unanimous 38-page decision, the three-judge panel affirmed that Trump's decision to call up the National Guard did not violate legal protocols, even though he bypassed Newsom in the federalisation process.

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This comes amid the administration's rising tension with California authorities over Trump's order to deploy thousands of military personnel amid anti-immigration protests in Los Angeles.

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This comes after Trump's standoff with local officials objecting to earlier mobilisations of guardsmen and Marines.

Trump ‘mobilising an additional 2,000’ National Guard to Los Angeles amid protests against immigration raids

This comes after protests against immigration raids in the city turned unruly, leading to clashes with law enforcement.

‘Deranged fantasy of dictatorial President’: Governor Newsom slams Trump for deploying 700 Marines to protest-hit LA

Meanwhile, Trump has blamed “insurrectionists” over the “catastrophic” riots in Los Angeles, “inspired” by the California Governor.

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