Trump Suggests Arresting Newsom Amidst California Protest Tensions

Tensions escalate between Trump and Newsom as President suggests arrest of California Governor. On Monday, June 9th, 2025, President Donald Trump signaled his support for the arrest of California Governor Gavin Newsom. This statement follows Newsom's challenge to Trump's decision to deploy National Guard troops to Los Angeles on Sunday, June 8th, 2025, to quell protests against recent immigration raids. Newsom publicly criticized the deployment, calling it an "illegal and immoral breach of state sovereignty." In response to a reporter's question on Monday, President Trump stated, "I'd do it if I were Tom. I think it's great." He also described Governor Newsom as "grossly incompetent." Newsom has announced his intention to file a lawsuit against the Trump administration. The incident highlights the ongoing conflict between the federal government and California regarding immigration enforcement and the limits of presidential authority.