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MNN US · January 1, 2026 · 1 min read

Trump to withdraw National Guard troops from some US cities

What happened: President Trump announced he will pull National Guard troops from certain US cities following a Supreme Court decision limiting their use in domestic law enforcement.

Why it matters:

  • The move affects security and law enforcement presence in cities where troops were deployed.
  • It reflects legal limits on deploying military forces for domestic policing purposes.

MNN Take: The Supreme Court ruling restricts the federal government's ability to use military personnel for law enforcement within the US, prompting troop withdrawals in line with the decision.

Sources: BBC US & Canada