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Seattle University professor Patrick Schoettmer suggests Seattle and Washington would likely challenge any deployment of National Guard troops by President Trump through the courts, citing limited federal authority without the Insurrection Act.

Seattle's sanctuary status complicates potential federal troop deployment, as local policies prevent cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, potentially creating tension with federal actions.

Historically, presidents have deployed troops without local approval, but Schoettmer doubts such a move in Seattle would de-escalate tensions, given the city's history of protest and resistance.

SEATTLE - As questions swirl about whether President Donald Trump could deploy National Guard troops to Seattle, a Seattle University professo

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