LA Erupts: Mass Deportations Spark Violent Protests

Los Angeles Protests Erupt After ICE Deportation Raids Los Angeles, CA – Large-scale protests erupted in downtown Los Angeles on June 6th and 7th, 2025, following a series of mass deportations carried out by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets, blocking major intersections and federal buildings. The protests, initially peaceful, escalated into violent clashes between protesters and law enforcement. Police responded with tear gas and flashbang grenades. Over 100 people were arrested. "The situation in Los Angeles is escalating," said Ukrainian in the USA, a social media commentator covering the events. "Protests are ongoing, and President Trump has deployed 2,000 National Guard troops to the area." The deployment of the National Guard has been met with criticism from local officials, who argue that it is an inflammatory action that only exacerbates tensions. However, the federal government maintains that the action was necessary due to the violent nature of the protests and the threat to federal agents in Paramount, CA. The protests highlight the ongoing debate over immigration policies in the United States. The events in Los Angeles underscore the deep divisions within the country on this issue and the potential for further unrest.