Los Angeles Protests Persist, Despite Lifted Curfew, and Military Presence
Curfew withdrawn in Los Angeles - City no longer under nighttime restrictions - L.A. Quieting Down; Curfew Lifted
Gatherings against the Trump administration's immigration policies have been relentless in Los Angeles, even after the curfew was lifted. Since early June 2025, demonstrations—ranging from peaceful protests to violent clashes—have erupted across the city, particularly downtown, following a series of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids.
The situation escalated when Trump ordered a significant military presence to be deployed in the city. The Republican President, who justified the move due to the unrest, has faced criticism from Democratic leaders and other critics who argue his actions were intentionally provocative.
The US President's controversial decision has sparked an intense political debate, with critics alleging his motive for military deployment was to suppress protests for political gain, while supporters argue that the increased security is essential to restore order amidst the escalating violence. California's Democratic Governor, Gavin Newsom, has even sued Trump over the federalization of the National Guard, reflecting the widespread disagreement between state and federal authorities over handling the ongoing protests.
The federal military response has not only extended to Los Angeles, but also to several other major US cities like New York, Chicago, and Dallas, amplifying the national political debate surrounding immigration enforcement and civil rights. California's National Guard, now federalized, counts about 1,700 members already stationed in Southern California, with another 2,000 expected soon, in addition to 700 Marines activated by the Pentagon.
In the middle of this deepening controversy, the protests against Trump's immigration policies persist, showing no signs of slowing down. The demonstrators insist that their cause is about upholding the values of fairness, freedom, and justice. However, whether the administration will yield to the pressure remains to be seen.
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- Despite the lifted curfew in Los Angeles, demonstrators, including city representative Karen Bass, continue to protest against US President Donald Trump's immigration policies, urging him to lay low and calm down.
- The political landscape is abuzz with discussions surrounding the escalating general-news events in Los Angeles and other US cities, such as downtown Washington, New York, Chicago, and Dallas, as politics increasingly intertwine with the ongoing protests against Trump's immigration enforcement policies.
