
LA Erupts in Violent Protests After Migrant Arrests: National Guard Deployed
Los Angeles erupts in violent protests following migrant arrests. Protests began Friday after widespread arrests of undocumented immigrants in certain areas of Los Angeles. Footage shows protesters clashing with federal immigration agents and law enforcement, throwing rocks at military vehicles and setting cars on fire. California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized the deployment of the National Guard, calling it "purposefully inflammatory" and stating it would only "escalate tensions." Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass called the situation "completely unnecessary." President Trump defended his decision, stating that local officials "cannot do their job." The situation remains tense, with the possibility of further escalation and the potential deployment of Marines.