Trump Sends National Guard to Los Angeles Amid Protests

Los Angeles braces for increased tensions as National Guard troops arrive following President Trump's order. On Sunday, June 8th, 2025, National Guard troops began arriving in Los Angeles under the orders of President Donald Trump. This deployment comes in response to three days of protests against immigration operations. The decision directly contradicts California Governor Gavin Newsom, who stated that the move is "deliberately provocative and will only serve to heighten tensions." The video shows the troops congregating in downtown Los Angeles, near the Metropolitan Detention Center, where clashes occurred on Friday and Saturday. President Trump stated the federalization of troops is necessary to "deal with the lawlessness" in the state. Eyewitnesses report seeing the troops and the protests firsthand. The situation highlights the ongoing political tensions surrounding immigration policy in the United States.