Trump's Claim: National Guard Prevented LA From "Ripping Apart" During Anti-ICE Protests

Los Angeles: Trump Claims National Guard Prevented City-Wide Unrest During Anti-ICE Protests Los Angeles experienced protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) recently. Former President Donald Trump released a video statement claiming that the National Guard's presence was crucial in preventing widespread violence and destruction in the city. "If we didn't have the National Guard on call and ready," Trump stated, "they would rip Los Angeles apart." This claim requires further investigation to verify the extent of the National Guard's involvement and the potential for unrest without their presence. While there were reports of protests, independent verification of Trump's assertion of city-wide destruction is needed. News outlets are currently working to confirm the accuracy of his statement and gather additional information from law enforcement and city officials to provide a full and accurate account of the events.