Clash over National Guard Deployment in Los Angeles

National Guard troops were deployed in Los Angeles amid protests against federal immigration enforcement, deemed unlawful by California's governor. The protests, marked by clashes, led to arrests and highlighted tensions between local authorities and President Trump's administration. Trump defended the deployment, citing protection of federal personnel and property.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 09-06-2025 06:46 IST | Created: 09-06-2025 06:46 IST
Clash over National Guard Deployment in Los Angeles
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In a controversial move, National Guard troops were dispatched to Los Angeles to address ongoing protests over President Trump's immigration enforcement policies. The deployment has drawn strong criticism from California's Democratic governor, Gavin Newsom, who labeled the action unlawful.

The demonstrations, spanning several days, have seen confrontations between protesters and law enforcement, leading to approximately 30 arrests. Protesters, expressing opposition to the federal immigration raids, have been met with police allegations of unlawful assembly and violence.

President Trump defended the decision, emphasizing the need to protect federal personnel and property. However, the legality of the deployment remains in question, as it bypassed state authorization, sparking debates on Trump's use of federal power.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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