Military called in to Los Angeles for enforcement of 'lawfulness and order' - Trump's directive
In a fiery turn of events, President Trump threatened to crush "violent protesters" in Los Angeles with an iron fist, hinting at the potential deployment of National Guard troops in other cities. Trump's assertion came in response to the protests against immigration raids in California, which he deemed unacceptable.
"These insurrectionist protesters are not going to get away with it," Trump declared to reporters, emphasizing his commitment to maintaining "strong law and order." California Governor Gavin Newsom swiftly accused the President of seeking a spectacle, by deploying the National Guard without approval.
Tensions boiled over in Los Angeles as troops fired tear gas and pushed back a group of protesters outside a detention center. In a confrontation reminiscent of a warzone, law enforcement faced off with protesters, with federal officers unleashing gas canisters to disperse crowds.
Approximately a dozen National Guard members were stationed at a federal building in Los Angeles city center, where detainees from immigration raids were being held. A planned demonstration in Boyle Heights drew around 200 protesters, while hundreds gathered in Paramount. Several arrests were made in both locations, with both local law enforcement and the National Guard responding to the protests.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned that the Pentagon stood ready to mobilize active-duty troops if the violence persisted in Los Angeles, claiming marines at nearby Camp Pendleton were on high alert.
The deployment of the National Guard without Governor Newsom's authorization has raise legal concerns. Critics argue that the President's actions violate federal law and the 10th Amendment, which protects state sovereignty. California Democratic Congresswoman Nanette Barragan claimed that the local law enforcement had sufficient resources to respond, and that Trump was merely attempting to ratchet up the tension.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem defended the National Guard deployment, stating that they would provide safety around buildings, to people engaged in peaceful protests, and to law enforcement. Despite the ongoing legal challenges, the National Guard continued to guard federal properties and federal personnel in Los Angeles.
- The heated topic of 'war-and-conflicts' continued to dominate the 'general-news' as President Trump's escalation of tensions in Los Angeles over immigration protests raised questions about the deployment of National Guard troops and potential involvement of active-duty troops, as manifested by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's warning.
- Amidst the 'politics' of immigration policy and enforcement, California Governor Gavin Newsom's clash with President Trump over the unauthorized deployment of the National Guard brought forth concerns of legal ramifications, with critics arguing that Trump's actions violate federal law and the 10th Amendment.
- As 'crime-and-justice' escalated in California, sports betting enthusiasts were also caught up in the chaos, with many questioning the impact of the ongoing unrest on sports events and venues, particularly in Los Angeles, where National Guard troops were stationed at federal buildings.
