I believe that Seattle (or was it Portland) had federal buildings, which the President can protect without permission from the governor. I’m not sure if the NG was used in Washington, but Federal Marshalls were there, putting up a good fight.
Myself, I’d have gunned down dozens of commie punks, but that is why I’m not President.
O.K., thanks. Makes sense. But then that raises the question as to why he couldn’t call them up to defend the Capitol.
I don’t remember all the details, but President Trump offered NG to the DC devil-mayoress, and Pelosi was briefed by the FBI to have more security, and they both refused.
Regarding Trump calling the NG without governors’ request, the governors did not ask until finally I think in MN (?) and then Trump authorized. He went by the book. Governors have to ask. Unless it’s some kind serious (real) insurrection. If someone knows more or better, chime in!