Trump Deploys National Guard, Marines to Los Angeles Amid Immigration Protests

President Donald Trump has deployed approximately 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles in response to protests against federal immigration raids, marking the first time in decades that the federal government activated the Guard over local officials' objections. The deployment has sparked significant backlash from California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, who criticize it as federal overreach and plan legal challenges. Trump's administration portrays the protests as violent and insurrectionist, while experts warn that militarized policing often escalates tensions, potentially worsening unrest rather than quelling it. The protests were triggered by aggressive immigration enforcement actions, including warrantless raids and family separations, which have intensified community outrage and legal concerns. Amid rising tensions, Trump has even suggested arresting Governor Newsom, further escalating the political conflict. The situation remains tense, with Los Angeles under partial lockdown and many awaiting the impact of additional military deployments.