Trump Deploys National Guard to Los Angeles Amidst Fiery Immigration Protests

Los Angeles erupts in protests following immigration raids. President Trump's decision to deploy 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles to quell protests against ICE immigration raids has sparked outrage and further unrest. The deployment, described as "purposefully inflammatory" by California's governor, led to confrontations between protestors and law enforcement. Videos circulating on social media show tear gas being used against protestors and protestors throwing objects back at security forces. Robert Patillo, a Human Rights Attorney, commented, "He's now saying he's sending direct federal troops into Los Angeles to put down speech." Protestors' signs demanded "ICE out of LA", reflecting the wider concerns about the Trump administration's immigration policies. One protestor, Ron Gochez, stated, "And for every single minute that we were here resisting against the Border Patrol, that was time that they were not out deporting people in our community." The events underscore the deep divisions over immigration in the US and raise questions about the appropriate use of force to manage civil unrest. The protests continue, highlighting the ongoing tension and the need for dialogue and resolution.