Trump Claims Quick National Guard Deployment Prevented LA From Burning During Anti-ICE Riots

Los Angeles narrowly avoided widespread destruction during recent anti-ICE riots, according to former President Donald Trump. In a short video clip released by Fox News, Trump asserts that the swift deployment of the National Guard prevented the city from burning to the ground. He criticizes the response of "radical left" leaders, specifically mentioning California Governor Gavin Newsom, accusing them of inaction that nearly resulted in widespread chaos. While the video lacks specific details about the riots, Trump's statement provides a significant perspective on the event and its handling by local authorities. The claim is easily verifiable, allowing for a factual news report to explore the events of the riots and the subsequent National Guard deployment. Newsom's office could be contacted for comment to provide a balanced perspective on the situation. The video's release also raises questions about the role of political rhetoric in shaping public perception of such events.