Trump Deploys Troops to LA Amid Immigration Protests; Newsom Sues

President Trump's deployment of troops to Los Angeles sparks controversy and legal challenge. On Monday, June 10th, 2025, President Donald Trump authorized the deployment of 700 active-duty US Marines and 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles. This decision followed several days of protests against recent federal immigration raids. The deployment is viewed by many as a significant escalation of the situation. California Governor Gavin Newsom responded by stating, "I'm filing a lawsuit against the Trump administration to end the illegal takeover of the California National Guard, which has escalated chaos and violence in LA." Newsom's statement highlights concerns that the federal action violates the U.S. Constitution and state sovereignty. While the Trump administration has not invoked the Insurrection Act, the deployment of military personnel to handle civilian unrest remains a controversial tactic.