US Supreme Court rejects Trump's deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago
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The Supreme Court has blocked the Trump administration's attempt to deploy National Guard troops in the Chicago area to aid in immigration enforcement. This decision follows a ruling from U.S. District Judge April Perry, who found no evidence of a "danger of rebellion" in Illinois.

The Supreme Court's order, not a final ruling, adds to the challenges Trump faces regarding military deployments in Democratic-led cities. While justices Alito, Thomas, and Gorsuch dissented, the ruling signifies a setback for Trump amid previous legal successes.

The administration claimed troops were needed to ensure the safety of federal agencies.

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