An executive order released on Monday directs the creation of specialized Guard units to quell civil disturbances in each state and seeks civilian volunteers to assist federal agents in Washington.

If Trump sends the National Guard into cities without the consent of governors, state leaders would be able to file court challenges, as California Governor Gavin Newsom did to block Trump from federalizing the National Guard to quell protests and riots over his immigration policy in Los Angeles earlier this summer, Banks said.

WASHINGTON — The Trump administration has authorized the deployment of up to 1,700 National Guard troops across 19 states to support a nationwide crackdown on illegal immigration and crime, according to multiple verified reports from sources including The Independent and The Economic Times.