Trump sent Marines into Los Angeles without state approval—These are the closest historical precedents
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Health
2025 California Mental Health Services guide
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Legal
Read the Ninth Circuit ruling that allows Trump to deploy National Guard without state approval
The Ninth Circuit has granted a stay on the TRO blocking Trump’s National Guard deployment to Los Angeles. Read the full court ruling and explore our expert breakdown with annotated highlights.
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Travel
Lone Pine Lake summer 2025 travel guide: Where to hike, where to camp, and what’s still closed
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Business
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