Supreme Court rules against Trump, bars National Guard deployment in Chicago

President Trump has announced the creation of the 'Golden Fleet,' a new class of Navy battleships, with the USS Defiant being the first vessel in this initiative. This fleet aims to modernize the U.S. Navy and enhance its capabilities with advanced weaponry.

The Trump administration has approved the deployment of 350 National Guard troops to New Orleans as part of a federal initiative coinciding with an immigration enforcement operation by Border Patrol in the area. This deployment comes as the city prepares for the New Year, highlighting ongoing federal involvement in local law enforcement matters.

President Trump praised the latest GDP report, which indicated a 4.3 percent annual growth rate for the U.S. economy, while expressing disappointment over the market's negative reaction to this news. He highlighted the strength of his economic policies amidst ongoing challenges.

The Trump administration has ordered a suspension of five large-scale offshore wind projects along the East Coast for at least 90 days, as indicated in letters from the Interior Department. This decision comes amid concerns over national security risks associated with these renewable energy initiatives.

In 2025, President Trump urged Republican-led states to redraw congressional maps in preparation for the 2026 elections, a move aimed at gaining electoral advantages that could influence control of the House of Representatives.

The US Supreme Court ruled in a 6-3 decision to block former President Donald Trump's attempt to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago, siding with a lower court's ruling that had previously halted the deployment. This decision follows legal challenges from Illinois state officials and local leaders who opposed the federalization of troops in the city.

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on December 23, 2025, to block former President Donald Trump's request to deploy the National Guard to Chicago, marking a significant legal setback for his administration. The court's decision followed a lower court's ruling that had already halted the deployment, emphasizing a lack of necessity for such action in the city.

U.S. District Judge Boasberg has ruled that former President Trump must ensure due process for migrants from the CECOT program, highlighting the legal obligations surrounding immigration policies. This decision comes as the Trump administration continues to navigate complex immigration issues amid ongoing scrutiny.