Trial to Test Legality of Trump's National Guard Deployment in Portland

The city of Portland braces for a pivotal trial beginning Wednesday, examining the legality of President Donald Trump's decision to send the National Guard to address protests. This case represents a significant test of Trump's military force policy within American cities.

A federal judge, Karin Immergut, will assess whether the protests at a Portland immigration facility justified the deployment, potentially setting a precedent in domestic military use. The city's legal team argues that protest-related violence was overstated to legitimize the troop presence.

The trial highlights intense debates between federal and local authorities, with the Justice Department defending the deployment against claims of presidential overreach. As evidence emerges, the case could redefine federal military intervention during civil unrest.