LA Erupts: Trump Sends National Guard as Immigration Protests Turn Violent

Los Angeles Immigration Protests Turn Violent; Trump Deploys National Guard Amid Newsom's Objections Los Angeles, CA – Tensions escalated sharply in Los Angeles over the weekend as protests against recent immigration raids turned violent. The situation intensified when President Donald Trump announced the deployment of 2,000 California National Guard troops to quell the unrest, a move met with strong opposition from California Governor Gavin Newsom. Newsom stated in a tweet that the federal government's action is "purposefully inflammatory" and will only worsen the situation. The video footage shows protestors clashing with law enforcement, with tear gas being deployed in some areas. One protestor, speaking to reporters, said, "You cannot just come into the community and terrorize citizens the way you did." The FBI has released images of individuals involved in throwing rocks at vehicles and is seeking the public's assistance in identifying them. Similar protests took place in New York City, outside the Federal Courthouse in Manhattan. One eyewitness in New York reported that federal agents were arresting migrants without due process. The Department of Homeland Security has reported a 413% increase in assaults on ICE agents during arrests, adding to the already volatile situation. While the situation remains tense, the Department of Homeland Security is calling for an end to the violence. The events of the weekend highlight the deep divisions surrounding immigration policy and the challenges of maintaining order during large-scale protests.