Democratic-led states, including Oregon and Illinois, are actively challenging the Trump administration’s move to deploy National Guard troops. This conflict highlights a broader tension between federal authority and state governance, raising questions about who ultimately holds power in times of crisis.

A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration cannot require states to cooperate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) as a condition for receiving federal transportation funding. This decision marks a significant setback for the administration’s efforts to enforce immigration policies through financial leverage.