US judge blocks Trump's National Guard deployment in Los Angeles

A US judge has blocked the deployment of National Guard troops in Los Angeles by the Trump administration. The judge has ordered that control of the troops, who were deployed in June, be returned to California's governor. This decision is a setback for the Trump administration's efforts to assert federal authority over state-level decisions regarding the use of National Guard forces. The judge's ruling underscores the ongoing tensions between the federal government and state authorities, particularly in the context of the administration's response to protests and civil unrest. The decision is likely to be viewed as a victory for California's governor, who has sought to maintain control over the state's National Guard resources. The case highlights the complex and contentious nature of the relationship between federal and state governments, particularly when it comes to issues of public safety and law enforcement.