Long-held SCOTUS precedents could undercut Portland, Chicago National Guard lawsuits

President Donald Trump’s use of the National Guard in Oregon and Illinois faced dual tests in court this week, as his administration argued the two Democrat-led states are obstructing federal immigration enforcement. Drawing on a well of constitutional provisions and court precedents, government lawyers have sought to justify deploying the National Guard in Portland and Chicago. Some legal experts say the president has the law on his side, while others worry Trump is threatening state sovereignty.Democratic leaders have responded with outrage and indignation to Trump's attempts to send federal