LA Protests: National Guard & Marines Deployed – Live Updates
- Tensions are escalating in Los Angeles as protests over federal immigration operations continue, drawing a sharp response from the Trump administration.
- Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has directly appealed to Washington to cease immigration raids, emphasizing the city's diverse immigrant population.
- California Governor Gavin Newsom has also criticized the troop deployment,calling it a misuse of the military.
National Guard and Marines have been deployed to Los Angeles amid intensifying immigration protests, sparking outrage and raising critical legal questions. The Trump management’s decision to send troops has ignited a firestorm, with Mayor Bass and Governor Newsom vocally condemning the move. As the military presence swells, the core issue is the legality of this intervention in civilian affairs, already leading to a legal challenge.Australian PM Albanese has also weighed in, criticizing the shooting of a journalist. News Directory 3 will continue to follow the developments. Discover what’s next as the situation unfolds.
Los Angeles Immigration Protests Intensify as Military Presence Sparks Debate
Updated June 10, 2025
Tensions are escalating in Los Angeles as protests over federal immigration operations continue, drawing a sharp response from the Trump administration. The deployment of U.S.Marines and national Guard troops has ignited controversy,raising questions about the legality and appropriateness of military intervention in civilian affairs. The immigration protests have become a focal point of national debate.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has directly appealed to Washington to cease immigration raids, emphasizing the city’s diverse immigrant population. Bass stated via social media that the Trump administration is “attacking our people,” creating fear among residents as the military presence swells to approximately 4,700 troops.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has also criticized the troop deployment,calling it a misuse of the military. Newsom accused Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth of deploying troops illegally, decrying the action as a “blatant abuse of power.”
Meanwhile, President Trump has taken to social media to address the protests, particularly criticizing Gov. Newsom. Trump asserted that “insurrectionists” would face severe consequences, stating, “If they spit, we will hit, and I promise you they will be hit harder than they have ever been hit before.”
The legality of the military deployment is under scrutiny. Legal experts suggest California coudl challenge the action, arguing that it violates Title 10 of the U.S. Code, which governs the armed forces’ role. The central argument is that the situation does not constitute a “rebellion” or a threat that justifies federal military intervention.
Adding an international dimension to the situation, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has spoken out against the “horrific” footage of an Australian journalist, Lauren tomasi, being shot by a rubber bullet while reporting live. Albanese said he has raised the issue with the Trump administration, emphasizing that Tomasi was clearly identifiable as a member of the media.
“U.S. Marines serve a valuable purpose for this contry – defending democracy. They are not political pawns,” newsom said.
Retired Major General Paul Eaton has voiced concerns over the deployment of National Guard troops, labeling it