President Donald Trump has authorized the deployment of the National Guard to Los Angeles as tensions escalate between federal agents and protesters following a series of immigration raids in the city. The move comes after clashes between law enforcement and demonstrators who are opposing the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions in the region.
The president signed a memorandum federalizing 2,000 California National Guard troops, despite resistance from state officials who did not request the guard’s assistance. The decision to send in the National Guard is seen as a significant escalation in the administration’s response to the anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles.
According to NBC News Politics, the deployment of the National Guard to Los Angeles comes as federal agents continue to face resistance from protesters in the aftermath of the immigration raids. The situation remains tense as both sides stand firm in their positions, with protesters demanding an end to ICE activities in the area.
The move to deploy the National Guard has sparked controversy and raised concerns about the potential for further escalation of tensions in the region. Critics argue that the presence of military forces could exacerbate the situation and lead to more confrontations between protesters and law enforcement.
As the ‘Find Out’ phase begins for California Anti-ICE Rioters, the deployment of the National Guard represents a significant development in the ongoing protests against ICE actions in Los Angeles. The situation remains fluid, with both sides showing no signs of backing down.
References:
1. RedState: https://redstate.com/bonchie/2025/06/07/trump-deploys-national-guard-as-find-out-phase-begins-for-california-anti-ice-rioters-n2190175
2. Politics on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/politics/comments/1l5yq1x/trump_border_czar_says_national_guard_will_head/
3. NBC News Politics: https://www.today.com/video/trump-orders-national-guard-to-la-amid-ice-protests-241130053988
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