Unleashing the Chaos: Trump's Heated Response to LA Protests - Governor Set to Sue
Protests in Los Angeles escalate, prompting Governor to announce legal action against Trump - Trump is creating a stir over the LA demonstrations.
Oh boy! Trump's not holding back, is he? Said to the press gathered at the White House, our dear President Trump called the protesters 'professional agitators and rioters'. He went on, "They are bad people, they should be in jail."
Online, Trump claimed protesters had spat at soldiers. And if they continued, "I promise you, they will be hit harder than ever before. Such disrespect will not be tolerated."
Remember when Trump gave a big thumbs up to his controversial move of deploying National Guard soldiers in Los Angeles, against the clear wishes of the local authorities? It was like he was wearing a superhero cape, declaring that if they hadn't acted, 'Los Angeles would've been completely wiped out.' He reckoned it was a 'great decision.'
The US President ordered the deployment of 2,000 National Guard soldiers to LA on Saturday, much to the dismay of the California governor and city admin. This came in response to partly violent protests in LA against the deployment of masked and armed federal agents against 'migrants'.
Governor Newsom spoke out on Monday, "President Trump has acted illegally" by deploying the National Guard to LA without consulting local authorities. "We will sue him." Around 300 National Guard soldiers made their presence known in the metropolis on Sunday morning.
Police secured downtown LA on Monday. After restrictions on gatherings, the streets stayed quiet - a stark contrast to cars afire and shattered windows over the weekend. Security forces employed tear gas against protesters, but local authorities and law enforcement clarified that the majority of protesters behaved peacefully. Class was back in session on Monday, and normalcy seemed to return to many parts of the city.
Mayor Karen Bass shared her view with CNN, stating that the scenes depicted by the President were 'limited to a few streets.' "These are not city-wide civil unrest," she said.
The tensions in LA, a city with a large Latino population, began on Friday. Prior to this, masked and armed federal agents had arrested dozens identified as illegal migrants and gang members.
Tom Homan, Trump's go-to man for mass deportations, asserted that ICE had targeted members of drug cartels in Mexico and Colombia.
City residents weighed in, describing the detained as "people seeking a better life here honestly," who deserved "a chance and not to be treated like criminals." Deborah McCurdy, a local resident, made these remarks at the edge of a gathering that had several hundred protesters.
The UN has called for a cool down in this heated battle: "We do not want to see further militarization of the situation," said a UN spokesman speaking to parties involved at the city, state, and federal levels.
The LA raids stem from Trump's migration policy, which seeks mass deportation of immigrants from the moment he took office.
Legal Stir-Up
Deploying the National Guard, as per Trump's plan in LA, could have some serious legal consequences. Federal judge, Charles Breyer, has ruled that Trump's moves were illegal, citing they overstepped statutory authority and violated the Tenth Amendment. Despite the initial ruling, the decision has been postponed pending an appeal[1].
High-ranking military officials, including retired generals and former secretaries, have backed Governor Newsom's opposition, arguing that the deployment is not just illegal but also puts American citizens at risk[2].
Local Fallout
- Governor Gavin Newsom: Newsom remains adamantly opposed, terming the deployment an illegal takeover of the California National Guard. He's initiated a lawsuit to halt the deployment and has gained support from veterans and rights groups[2][3].
- Federal Courts: A federal judge initially blocked the deployment, but an appeals court allowed it to continue while considering Trump's challenge. The aftermath indicates ongoing courtroom battles over the deployment's legality[1][3].
- Public Uproar: The deployment has sparked protests in cities like Austin, Boston, New York City, and, of course, LA. The widespread reaction reflects strong public discontent with the militarization of civilian areas[1].
The unfolding situation underscores a bitter conflict between federal and state power, reflecting a larger dispute rooted in Trump's migration policy.
*Donald Trump's immigration policy continues to stir controversy, with his actions in Los Angeles being a recent example.* The US President's deployment of National Guard soldiers in Los Angeles has been met with strong opposition from Governor Gavin Newsom, who has initiated a lawsuit to halt the action.* Social media has been abuzz with discussions on the deployment, with many expressing their discontent with the militarization of civilian areas.* In the entertainment industry, many celebrities and entertainment personalities have also voiced their opposition to Trump's immigration policies.* War-and-conflicts and crime-and-justice sections of general news outlets have extensively covered the protests and legal battles surrounding the deployment.* Politics and policy-and-legislation sections have delved into the ongoing courtroom battles over the deployment's legality, with some federal judges ruling it illegal.* In the sports world, professionals and fans alike have shown support for the immigrants affected by Trump's policies, with several NBA players speaking out in solidarity.
