Supreme Court: National Guard Misused, Gov. Threatened, This Is Not America

National Guard troops have been deployed to Los Angeles in response to ICE raids without a request from Governor Newsom, raising urgent constitutional concerns. Experts warn this is the first instance in 60 years of federalizing state-controlled National Guard, violating the Militia Clauses and undermining state sovereignty. California’s lawsuit emphasizes this overreach is unconstitutional. Trump endorsed this action, suggesting arresting a sitting governor, which veers into authoritarianism and intimidation. On the ground, neighborhoods have become conflict zones, with tear gas and rubber bullets used against peaceful protesters exercising their First Amendment rights. This situation fosters confusion and fear, resembling authoritarian regimes. The fundamental question now is whether we are citizens under the rule of law or subjects of an autocracy. We demand the return of the National Guard to state control, condemnation of threats against Governor Newsom, and that federal authority remains within constitutional boundaries. This is a critical issue for protecting democracy.