Trump wins Portland troop ruling, launches White House ballroom demolition
A federal appeals court has permitted President Donald Trump to send the National Guard to Portland, Oregon, overturning a lower court decision. However, the state’s officials warn it sets a dangerous precedent.
Plus, Atlanta police said a family’s quick call stopped a possible mass shooting. Officers arrested a man they claimed threatened a “shoot-up” at the world’s busiest airport.
And demolition has begun at the White House as crews tear into the East Wing. But the president’s critics say this is one step too far.
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