Army Reinforcements Pour into LA: Trump's Response to Cali Chaos
Military forces under Trump's command will deploy across Los Angeles.
Social media buzzes with the news that President Trump has upped the stakes in LA following four days of rioting caused by migrant arrests. On Monday, Trump ordered an extra 2000 National Guard troops and 700 Marine infantrymen to be dispatched to LA, as stated by the Pentagon. California's Governor, Gavin Newsom, labeled Trump as a "dictatorial president" who craves chaos.
Incidentally, three days prior, Trump already instructed the deployment of 2000 National Guard soldiers to LA despite the disagreement of Newsom and the city administration. Trump's latest move hints at escalating tensions. "The Department of Defense is mobilizing an additional 2000 members of the California National Guard," explained Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell.
The National Guard troops will aid the immigration agency "ICE" and keep federal law enforcement safe while performing their duties. The National Guard is a reserve military unit that falls under the US armed forces.
Sources: ntv.de, AFP
Interesting Facts to Know:
- The protests erupted after the ICE raids in LA, detaining residents who had lived and worked in the city for several years. These raids led to widespread unrest and violent demonstrations.
- The deployed Marines are part of the 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division, tasked with safeguarding federal personnel and properties.
- The forces from the California National Guard, forming Task Force 51, work under Title 10 status while providing support for homeland security operations.
- Local authorities have criticized the deployment, expressing concerns about the increased tension and lack of coordination between federal forces and police departments.
- California officials, such as Governor Newsom, are considering legal action against the Trump administration over the military deployment in LA.
In light of escalating tensions in Los Angeles, the Pentagon has announced the deployment of 2000 National Guard soldiers and 700 Marine infantrymen at President Trump's request, raising concerns about war-and-conflicts and politics involving Southern California. This move, contradicting the city administration's stance, comes amid ongoing disagreements between Governor Newsom and the Trump administration, adding to the crime-and-justice debate surrounding the recent migrant arrests.
