LA Erupts: Immigration Raids Spark Fierce Protests, National Guard Deployed

Los Angeles erupts in protests following controversial immigration raids. The city witnessed a series of demonstrations after armed immigration officials conducted workplace raids, leading to numerous arrests. The actions sparked outrage, with critics denouncing the raids as unjust and indiscriminate. "They're being brought into a situation where they're not being asked to be brought in by the local law enforcement," stated Marc Christopher, an immigration attorney. President Trump, however, defended his administration's crackdown on illegal immigration. The situation escalated, prompting the deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops, a move criticized by California's Democratic leadership. The video footage shows tear gas being used and protestors clashing with authorities. One attorney, Ofelia Calderon, highlighted the expedited removal process, where immigrants are arrested outside courts and face immediate deportation without a chance to present their case. Such incidents raise questions about the fairness and legality of the current immigration policies.