Trump Sends Troops to LA: Governor Sues, Mayor Condemns

Trump's Deployment of Troops to Los Angeles Sparks Outrage and Lawsuit Los Angeles, California – In a move that has sparked outrage and legal action, the Trump administration deployed 700 marines and 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles on June 9, 2025, to quell protests against recent immigration raids. The decision has been met with fierce criticism from state and local officials. California Governor Gavin Newsom immediately filed a lawsuit, arguing the deployment was illegal and an overreach of federal power. "This isn't about public safety," Newsom tweeted, "It's about stroking a dangerous President's ego." The lawsuit names President Trump and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth as defendants. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass echoed these concerns, stating in a press conference, "We need to stop the raids. This should not be happening in our city." She described the presidential order as escalating an already tense situation. The protests, which began on June 6, 2025, are in response to a series of immigration raids conducted across the city. The deployment of the National Guard represents an unprecedented level of military involvement in domestic protests in decades. The situation remains tense, with ongoing protests and a legal battle looming. The outcome will likely have significant implications for the future of federal-state relations and the use of military force in response to civilian unrest.