White House Criticizes Court Ruling Blocking Portland National Guard Deployment as ‘Untethered from Reality’ in Live Updates
Judge’s Ruling Criticized Amid National Guard Deployment Controversy
Karoline Leavitt, a White House spokesperson, criticized a decision by Karin Immergut, a federal judge appointed by Donald Trump, as being “untethered in reality.” Immergut recently ruled to temporarily block the Trump administration’s attempt to deploy national guard units to Oregon, stating there was no sufficient evidence that recent protests required their presence.
White House’s Response to Protest Violence
Leavitt argued that the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Portland was “really under siege by these anarchists,” citing disrespect towards law enforcement and acts inciting violence as reasons for the need for federal intervention. She further criticized several Democratic leaders, including JB Pritzker and Gavin Newsom, for opposing the federal troop deployment in their cities.
Legal Challenges and Political Tensions
The White House remains hopeful that the Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals will rule in favor of the administration. The national debate over the deployment of federal forces continues as Illinois has also filed a lawsuit against the administration to prevent the deployment of national guard troops to Chicago, asserting the lack of a genuine justification.
| State | Action |
|---|---|
| Oregon | Blocked the national guard deployment |
| Illinois | Filed lawsuit against the Trump administration |
Government Shutdown Deepens Partisan Divide
As the government shutdown stretches into its sixth day, both Republican and Democratic leaders continue to blame each other for the deadlock, while the Senate is poised for another round of votes on the stopgap funding bills. The White House has warned that layoffs could be an unfortunate consequence if the government remains shut.
- Government Shutdown: Still no resolution in sight, with Senate votes expected to fail again.
- White House: Continues to blame Democrats for the shutdown and warns of potential layoffs.
International Negotiations and National Security Concerns
In Egypt, negotiators from Israel, Hamas, and the U.S. are engaged in talks aimed at achieving a lasting peace agreement, with hopes for the swift release of hostages and prisoners. Meanwhile, a South Carolina judge’s home fire is under investigation, amid death threats towards the judge, highlighting security challenges domestically.
The White House acknowledged the ongoing negotiations in Egypt as an “incredible achievement” and expressed aspirations for a ceasefire and a resolution to the hostage situation.
Amidst these complex geopolitical and domestic issues, President Trump scheduled meetings with international leaders, including Canada’s Prime Minister and Finland’s President, to further diplomatic relations.
