Trump Threatens Arrest of Newsom, Sparking Tensions and Protests in California

Tensions escalate between Trump administration and California over National Guard deployment. US President Donald Trump has voiced support for the arrest of California Governor Gavin Newsom, escalating the conflict between the federal government and California state officials. This decision comes after Trump's border czar, Tom Homan, threatened to arrest anyone who obstructs the deployment of National Guard troops to Los Angeles. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has publicly opposed the crackdown, emphasizing that Los Angeles is a city of immigrants. In contrast, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has countered this statement, referring to Los Angeles as a city of criminals. The video shows footage of street protests, indicating the public's reaction to the situation. The deployment of 700 Marines to the state until more National Guard troops arrive further underscores the seriousness of the situation. Governor Newsom responded to Trump's statement by saying, "I don't care if you're a Democrat or a Republican—this is a line we cannot cross as a nation—this is an unmistakable step toward authoritarianism."