LA Immigration Raids Trigger Violent Clashes; National Guard Deployed

Los Angeles Immigration Raids Spark Violent Protests: National Guard Deployed Los Angeles, CA – Tensions flared in Los Angeles on June 9th, 2025, as protests erupted following a series of ICE raids targeting workplaces and public spaces. Dozens of primarily Mexican immigrants were detained, igniting widespread demonstrations in the Paramount area. The situation escalated quickly, with clashes between protesters and law enforcement. The video footage shows confrontations between protesters and what appears to be Border Patrol agents, followed by the arrival of heavily armed National Guard troops. The protests involved a large number of people carrying signs with phrases such as "ICE out of here" and "immigrants are not criminals." One eyewitness, a protest participant, stated, "We just want to work. We came here to work and provide for our families." In response to the escalating violence, including the burning of a police vehicle, the National Guard was deployed, a decision criticized by California Governor Gavin Newsom, who argued that such actions "only worsen the tension." The events highlight the ongoing challenges surrounding immigration policy and its impact on communities.