Trump Defies Newsom, Sends National Guard to quell Violent LA Immigration Protests

Los Angeles erupts in violent protests against immigration raids, prompting President Trump to deploy 2,000 National Guard troops against the wishes of Governor Gavin Newsom. News footage shows protesters setting fire to vehicles and clashing with law enforcement. Newsom denounced Trump's actions as "illegal, immoral, and unconstitutional." The deployment comes after days of escalating tensions and numerous arrests. One eyewitness stated, "It was chaos. Cars were burning, people were screaming. It felt like a warzone." The situation highlights the deep political divisions within the United States regarding immigration policy. The deployment of the National Guard raises questions about the balance of power between federal and state governments.