Newsom Rejects DeSantis Florida Guard Offer Amid Los Angeles Immigration Protests

California Governor Gavin Newsom rejected Florida Governor Ron DeSantis's offer to send the Florida State Guard to assist with immigration protests in Los Angeles, stating the troops were not needed and accusing DeSantis of trying to inflame tensions exacerbated by President Donald Trump's actions. The Trump administration has deployed National Guard troops and Marines to Los Angeles amid protests against ICE enforcement, a move opposed by Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, who implemented a curfew after multiple nights of unrest. DeSantis criticized California's handling of the protests, describing the violence as unacceptable and warning that similar actions would be swiftly punished in Florida, which has seen comparatively minor demonstrations. The Florida State Guard, reactivated by DeSantis in 2022 and previously involved in border security and disaster response, was proposed as additional support but declined by California. Texas Governor Greg Abbott also announced the deployment of National Guard troops to maintain order amid anticipated protests. These developments highlight the ongoing political and policy clashes between Republican governors DeSantis and Abbott and Democratic leaders like Newsom, amid nationwide protests coinciding with President Trump's military parade in Washington.