National Guard Quells Protests in Los Angeles Over Trump's Immigration Policies

National Guard Deployed to Los Angeles Amidst Protests Against Trump's Immigration Policies Los Angeles, California – On June 8, 2025, the California National Guard was deployed to Los Angeles at the request of President Donald Trump to quell protests against his administration's immigration policies. The protests, which have been ongoing for several weeks, escalated over the weekend, prompting the president's intervention. Video footage shows National Guard troops standing alongside police officers, facing a crowd of demonstrators. The atmosphere is tense, with visible signs of friction between the authorities and protesters. "We are unarmed," shouted one protester, captured on video, "Shame on you!" This sentiment reflects the widespread anger and frustration among many protesters who feel their voices are being ignored. The deployment of the National Guard is a significant escalation of the situation and raises concerns about potential for further conflict. The long-term implications of this decision remain to be seen, but the current situation underscores the deep divisions within the country over immigration policy.