Trump Deploys 2,000 National Guard to LA Amid Escalating Immigration Protests

In response to escalating protests over immigration enforcement in Los Angeles, President Trump has ordered the deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops. Their role is to provide force protection and logistical support for ICE personnel, not directly aid local law enforcement. The move has drawn criticism from California Governor Gavin Newsom, who asserts that state officials are capable of handling the situation without federal intervention. The National Guard's deployment underscores the tensions between federal and state authorities over handling protests and immigration enforcement.