Appeals court: Trump can't deploy National Guard on Chicago's streets

Appeals Court Ruling on National Guard Deployment

A recent ruling prohibits the White House from deploying National Guard troops on Chicago's streets.

The Trump administration has faced another legal loss, this time regarding its attempt to deploy National Guard troops in Illinois.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) had stated that the troops were being deployed to support Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in "Operation Midway Blitz," which has led to over 1,000 arrests.

Author's summary: Trump's attempt to deploy National Guard in Illinois rejected.

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Mother Jones Mother Jones — 2025-10-12

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