The MeidasTouch Podcast California Attorney General Rob Bonta on Lawsuit Against Trump Adminstration
Jun 9, 2025
Rob Bonta, California's Attorney General, joins to discuss a groundbreaking lawsuit against the Trump administration related to the federalization of the National Guard. He explains the legal foundations of this challenge and its potential nationwide implications. The conversation delves into unlawful military actions on U.S. soil, presenting historical context and legal arguments against the administration. Bonta emphasizes the importance of balanced law enforcement responses, especially in politically charged times, advocating for community engagement.
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Unlawful Federalization of National Guard
- Trump unlawfully invoked the statute 10 USC section 12406 to federalize the National Guard in California.
- The statute requires coordination with state governors and specific conditions like invasion or rebellion, which were not met.
Trump's 2020 Admission on National Guard
- Donald Trump admitted in 2020 that he could not move the National Guard without the governor's request.
- This admission directly contradicts his 2020 federalization of troops in California.
Legal Basis for California Lawsuit
- The lawsuit claims Trump's executive order violated law by bypassing Governor Newsom.
- The statute 10 U.S.C. 12406 requires Governor's issuance of order, which did not happen.