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Is the National Guard being removed in the USA?

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National Guard troops are being withdrawn from Chicago, Los Angeles, and Portland following legal setbacks for the Trump administration, but deployments continue in New Orleans with state support. The removals are not nationwide and depend on local and legal circumstances.

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Trump: National Guard being removed from Chicago, LA and Portland
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Reuters
9 hours ago
Trump: National Guard being removed from Chicago, LA and Portland

President Trump announces the removal of National Guard troops from Chicago, Los Angeles, and Portland, citing reduced crime but warning federal forces could return if needed.

Trump: National Guard being removed from Chicago, LA and Portland
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Reuters
9 hours ago
Trump: National Guard being removed from Chicago, LA and Portland

Opponents state that legal setbacks, including a Supreme Court ruling, forced the administration to withdraw the troops.

Tight security across U.S. as partygoers celebrate New Year's
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CBS America
16 hours ago
Tight security across U.S. as partygoers celebrate New Year's

In New Orleans, about 350 National Guard troops assist local law enforcement during New Year's celebrations, one year after a major attack.

National Guard arrive in New Orleans ahead of New Year's celebrations
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CBS News
2 days ago
National Guard arrive in New Orleans ahead of New Year's celebrations

Louisiana National Guard troops arrive in New Orleans to support local law enforcement during New Year's celebrations, welcomed by city officials and businesses.

National Guard to be sent to New Orleans
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Scripps News
7 days ago
National Guard to be sent to New Orleans

Despite the Supreme Court blocking deployment in Chicago, the Trump administration authorizes up to 350 National Guard members to be deployed in New Orleans with the governor's support.

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