BREAKING NEWS — National Guard Deployed to L.A.

Washington, D.C. / Los Angeles, CA — Donald Trump has signed a presidential memorandum authorizing the deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles. The decision follows a week of intensifying protests and public unrest after a series of aggressive ICE raids in Southern California left over 100 undocumented immigrants detained and multiple neighborhoods in turmoil.

According to a statement released by Trump’s office, the deployment is aimed at “restoring law and order” after federal officers reportedly faced violent resistance during enforcement operations. However, civil rights organizations, local officials, and California Governor Gavin Newsom have strongly condemned the action, calling it “politically motivated”, “militarized overreach”, and “deeply damaging to community trust.”

What Prompted the Deployment?

• Between June 6–7, ICE conducted high-profile immigration sweeps across Los Angeles County, reportedly detaining at least 118 individuals, including several minors.

• These actions prompted mass protests in several neighborhoods, which escalated after law enforcement deployed tear gas, rubber bullets, and other crowd control measures.

• Federal officials claim that ICE agents were targeted with rocks and other projectiles — a claim disputed by local organizers and legal observers on the ground.

Trump’s response? A full-scale National Guard deployment.

What This Means for Los Angeles:

The presidential memorandum activates the National Guard under Title 10, meaning the units are under direct federal control — not the state’s. This effectively bypasses California’s authority, limiting Governor Newsom’s power to intervene or reject the order. In a statement released late Friday, Newsom said:

“This is a reckless escalation. The state of California did not request military intervention. There is no justification for federal troops patrolling the streets of Los Angeles.”

Local officials, immigrant advocacy groups, and civil liberties organizations have raised concerns about increased fear in immigrant communities, the militarization of public spaces, and the broader implications for civil rights in a democratic society.

What’s at Stake?

This decision reignites the long-standing debate over federal versus state authority in matters of immigration and public safety. It also marks one of the most aggressive federal responses to domestic protests since the George Floyd demonstrations of 2020 — also under the Trump administration.

Key Issues:

• Federal Overreach: Critics argue that this move undermines local governance and sets a dangerous precedent.

• Community Safety: Increased military presence may destabilize already vulnerable communities.

• Political Motive: The timing and language surrounding the deployment have sparked speculation that this is more about campaign optics than security.

What Comes Next:

The California National Guard began arriving in L.A. late Saturday evening. Initial reports suggest they are being stationed near ICE field offices, federal courthouses, and key protest zones. It remains unclear how long they will stay or what their exact rules of engagement will be. Legal experts anticipate lawsuits in the coming days as civil rights organizations prepare to challenge the legality of the deployment and any potential human rights violations stemming from its execution

Deploying troops to an American city without local consent is not just unprecedented — it’s dangerous. Regardless of political affiliation, this moment calls for serious scrutiny.

What are we really protecting — and who are we really protecting it from?

Update: ICE is set to be in Los Angeles for 30 days.

According to Nanette Berrigan, Democratic Member of Congress who spoke on CNN saying that LA county is expected to have 30 days on ice enforcement. Now there are reports that Donald Trump’s Memoranda Gave the defense secretary up to 60 days to keep the National Guard on the ground.

Update: LAPD Chief McDonnell Declares “No Cooperation” with ICE in Today’s Raid

LOS ANGELES – June 8, 2025 – Los Angeles Police Department Chief Jim McDonnell has issued an urgent public statement in response to large-scale ICE raids conducted yesterday. He firmly declared that the LAPD “will not cooperate or assist ICE in any way”, reinforcing the department’s long-standing policy dating back to 1979, which prohibits officers from enforcing federal immigration laws (x.com).

In his remarks, Chief McDonnell emphasized the fear gripping immigrant communities:

“I want everyone, including our immigrant community, to feel safe calling the police in their time of need and know that the LAPD will be there for you without regard to one’s immigration status” (chinadaily.com.cn).

What We Know

• Tuesday morning: ICE agents executed raids across multiple sites in Los Angeles—including the Fashion District and Home Depot—detaining at least 44–45 individuals (chinadaily.com.cn).

• Protests erupted in response, featuring clashes in downtown and Paramount. LAPD declared unlawful assembly, issued citywide tactical alerts, and used tear gas to disperse crowds roughly around 8 p.m. (en.wikipedia.org).

• Aftermath: Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass called the raids “disruptive” and “terrorizing,” aligning with widespread criticism from community groups and the Mexican Consulate (washingtonpost.com).

• Federal pushback: ICE Acting Director Todd Lyons accused city officials of “siding with chaos.” Meanwhile, Trump’s border czar, Tom Homan, announced California National Guard mobilization amid escalating unrest (washingtonpost.com).

Why It Matters

• Sanctuary clash: McDonnell's refusal signifies a sharp escalation in the standoff between federal immigration enforcement and local sanctuary policies. It tests the limits of city autonomy against national directives.

• Community trust at stake: With the LAPD distancing itself from ICE, the message is clear: immigrants can still call the police without fearing deportation tactics tied to local law enforcement.

• Possible escalation: Federal agencies may now attempt to operate in Los Angeles without local police support, raising legal, logistical, and public safety concerns.

What’s Next

• Monitoring protests: Eyes are on the streets, where tensions remain high following tear gas deployment and concrete clashes.

• Guard deployment: National Guard presence continues to expand, as announced by the Trump administration, to manage potential escalations (washingtonpost.com).

• Legal showdown brewing: This is likely to trigger judicial scrutiny over sanctuary status versus federal mandate—look for potential court battles ahead.

Update:

At 2:41 am Donald Trump posted on Truth Social “ Great job by the National Guard in Los Angeles after two days of violence, clashes and unrest. We have an incompetent Governor (Newscum) and Mayor (Bass) who were, as usual (just look at how they handled the fires, and now their VERY SLOW PERMITTING disaster. Federal permitting is complete!), unable to handle the task. The Radical Left protests, by instigators and often troublemakers, will NOT BE TOLERATED. Also from now on, MASKS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED to be worn at protests. What do these people have to hide, and why??? Again, thank you to the Natio Guard for a job well done! “

To this, California Governor Gavin Newsome responded with “ For those keeping track, Donald Trump's National Guard had not been deployed on the ground when he posted this.”

House Speaker Johnson Backs Trump’s National Guard Deployment to L.A.: “That’s Real Leadership”

House Speaker Mike Johnson says he’s “not concerned at all” about President Trump’s decision to send 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles in response to mounting immigration protests — a move that critics call authoritarian overreach, and supporters are already hailing as “order restoration.”

In an interview Sunday with ABC News’ This Week, Johnson praised the deployment:

“I think the president did exactly what he needed to do… That is real leadership, and he has the authority and the responsibility to do it.”

Translation: the streets are full of protestors, and the administration is treating it like a battlefield.

And if things escalate? The government’s ready to go full military.

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said he’s prepared to mobilize Marines if protests continue to intensify. When asked if that level of force was warranted, Johnson didn’t hesitate:

“We have to be prepared to do what is necessary.”

What’s “necessary,” apparently, is turning immigration outrage into a national security threat — and responding not with policy changes, but boots on the ground.

Critics say the militarization of U.S. cities in response to protests is an authoritarian red flag. But Johnson’s message is clear: expect more force, not less.

FBI Confirms Arrests at Immigration Protests in LA and NYC:

Multiple arrests have been made in Los Angeles and New York after protests erupted over recent immigration enforcement actions, according to the FBI. Demonstrators flooded the streets in both cities over the weekend, clashing with police and federal agents amid growing outrage over ICE raids and what many see as an aggressive escalation in immigration crackdowns.

FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino took to X Sunday morning to double down on the agency’s stance

In other words: protests won’t stop them — and neither will public backlash.

Bongino made it clear that many of those arrested face federal charges, in addition to state and local prosecution. His warning?

“It will not end well for you if you choose violence. Choose wisely.”

FBI Director Kash Patel also chimed in Saturday night with his own threat-laced message:

“Hit a cop, you’re going to jail… doesn’t matter where you came from, how you got here, or what movement speaks to you.”

Meanwhile, the Department of Homeland Security posted on Sunday morning:

“Violence and intimidation against federal law enforcement will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. These violent rioters are fighting against LAW and ORDER.”

Protesters across the country say otherwise — that what they’re fighting against isn’t “law and order,” but a system that profits from detaining and deporting people under inhumane conditions. In LA, demonstrators waved Palestinian flags and chanted against militarized policing and the targeted criminalization of immigrant communities.

But one thing’s clear: the federal government isn’t backing down — and neither are the people in the streets.

CONFIRMED: National Guard Troops Now on the Ground in Los Angeles

The U.S. Northern Command officially confirmed Sunday morning that National Guard troops have arrived in Los Angeles, marking a major escalation in the federal response to the city’s growing immigration protests.

According to a post on X, approximately 300 soldiers from California’s 79th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT) have been deployed to three locations across the greater LA area. Their stated mission?

“Safety and protection of federal property & personnel.”

The military’s presence is already being felt — but there’s confusion brewing.

300 Troops on the Ground — So Where Are the Other 1,700?

Just one hour earlier, Northern Command had announced that the deployment had “begun” and that more updates would follow. But here’s the catch: the White House claimed 2,000 troops were being sent to Los Angeles in a statement issued Saturday night.

So far, only 300 have been accounted for — and that came not from the White House, but from Governor Gavin Newsom’s office, which quietly confirmed the smaller number to ABC News on Sunday.

Meanwhile, tensions remain high in the city.

The LAPD reports that 11 arrests were made during Saturday night’s protests outside the federal building downtown. Protesters were reportedly detained for refusing to disperse after the gathering was declared an unlawful assembly — a label many say was slapped on simply to break up dissent.

Context Matters:

The U.S. Northern Command exists to coordinate homeland defense and “support civil authorities.” In this case, that’s being used to justify deploying military-trained personnel into civilian neighborhoods — all in response to protests against immigration enforcement.

ICE Agents Sighted in Pasadena Hotels:

What happened: On Sunday, June 8, 2025, demonstrators gathered outside the AC Hotel on Colorado Boulevard & Madison Avenue after several ICE agents were registered as guests and were seen leaving in the morning. Agents have also been reported at the Dena Hotel and Westin, though it’s unclear if any remain on-site.

Community reaction: A peaceful protest formed outside the AC Hotel shortly after the sightings.

Broader Context – LA ICE Raid Fallout

• Wider raids: ICE executed military-style raids on Friday, June 6 in L.A., arresting about 44 people across three locations, including Home Depot, a clothing wholesaler, and a donut shop.

• Protests and escalations: In response, days of protests erupted—resulting in clashes, tear gas, flash-bangs, and the deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops under federal authority.

• Local condemnation: Leaders—including Rep. Judy Chu and officials in Pasadena—strongly denounced the raids as “terrorizing” and “cruel,” demanding accountability.

Pasadena leaders remain vocally critical, and the community is staying alert.

06/07/2025

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