Trump has sent 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles after protests over federal immigration raids turned violent. California leaders say the move may do more harm than good.
- Over 100 undocumented immigrants arrested this week in LA
- Protests erupted after ICE raids, with some turning violent
- Trump blames California leaders for not controlling “mobs.”
- Newsom calls troop deployment “cruel and inflammatory
- First presidential control of LA’s National Guard since the 1992 riots
What began as routine ICE operations has spiralled into a political and social storm. Trump’s decision to deploy troops highlights deep divides over immigration and authority. Californians are worried—not just about arrests, but about an escalating federal presence. Newsom warns it could inflame tensions already near a boiling point. For many residents, especially migrants, this isn’t just about politics, it’s about fear, safety, and survival
With both sides standing firm, LA may be entering a tense standoff. Will the federal response restore order, or make things worse?
