Federal court says troops can stay in D.C., and hints at prolonged deployment
NPR • 12/17/2025 • Last cited 12/18/2025
Summary
A federal appeals court in Washington, D.C. has ruled that National Guard troops can remain in the city for the time being, as reported by NPR. This decision follows a separate ruling from another federal appeals court that mandated the withdrawal of troops from Los Angeles earlier in the week.
Lindy Score Breakdown
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Age (0-35)
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Total Score79/100
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Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 29 days - proven survivor
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