The MeidasTouch Podcast California AG Rob Bonta reacts to Late Night Court Victory
8 snips
Oct 6, 2025 
California Attorney General Rob Bonta joins the discussion, bringing his expertise on state and federal law. He breaks down a crucial ruling by Judge Immergut blocking Trump's attempt to federalize National Guard troops for deployment in Portland. Bonta explains California's involvement in the lawsuit, emphasizing the dangers of militarizing law enforcement. The conversation also touches on the balance of power between state and federal authorities and the impact of ongoing legal actions related to the case. Tune in for insights on this timely legal battle!
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Broad TRO Prevents State-to-State Workaround
- Judge Immergut broadened her order to block any state's National Guard from being federalized and sent to Oregon.
- Rob Bonta argues this prevents the federal government from evading the court's prior ruling by swapping units between states.
California-Oregon Coordination In Real Time
- California coordinated closely with Oregon after federalized California Guard troops began moving north.
- Rob Bonta describes his team working overtime and joining with Oregon's AG to respond in court on a Sunday.
Federal 'Whack-a-Mole' Deployment Strategy
- The federal government attempted a 'whack-a-mole' strategy by rotating Guard units from other states to evade the injunction.
- Bonta says that tactic exposed the need for a nationwide scope in the court's remedy.