In response to ongoing protests, President Donald Trump has authorized the deployment of an extra 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles, as confirmed by the Department of Defence. These troops will assist ICE and federal law enforcement. This deployment is in addition to the 2,000 troops already ordered to address protests concerning immigration arrests. The Assistant to the Secretary of Defence for Public Affairs, Sean Parnell, confirmed the move, stating the troops would be placed under federal service to support law enforcement activities. The announcement occurred simultaneously with California’s filing of a lawsuit against the Trump administration, seeking to invalidate the deployments. A White House spokesperson responded to the legal challenge by criticizing California Governor Gavin Newsom, suggesting a focus on prosecuting those protesting ICE operations. California Attorney General Rob Bonta has criticised the federalization of state National Guard troops, calling it unlawful. Bonta contends the order exceeded federal authority, violated the 10th Amendment and federal law, and was enacted without Governor Newsom’s approval. Governor Newsom has also voiced strong criticism, accusing Trump of using the National Guard to create fear. The protests stemmed from ICE raids in the city, which resulted in the arrest of many undocumented individuals.
2,000 More National Guard Troops Ordered to LA by Trump Amidst Immigration Protests
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