Author Archive

Jacob Fischler

Reporter, States Newsroom

Jacob Fischler is a reporter with States Newsroom.
Policy

Current, former state leaders weigh in on Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops

In legal briefs, 17 current Republican attorneys general support the president, while a bipartisan group of former governors objects.

  • Jacob Fischler, Stateline
Policy

Trump orders up 'secondary' name for DOD: Department of War

  • Jacob Fischler, Stateline
Policy

DC sues Trump over 'military occupation' by National Guardsmen

The suit was filed one day after a federal judge declared illegal Trump’s use of military personnel for law enforcement in LA.

  • Jacob Fischler, Stateline
Policy

Judge rules against Trump's Guard deployments, warns of 'national police force'

The ruling from a senior U.S. District Court judge is an obstacle to sending more National Guard troops into U.S. cities.

  • Jacob Fischler, Stateline
Policy

Trump orders up 'quick reaction force' of Guard troops for law enforcement

Executive order tasks Hegseth with standing up a novel formation for nationwide deployment.

  • Jacob Fischler