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California Governor Criticizes Federal Deployment of Marines Amid Immigration Protests
Governor Gavin Newsom condemns President Trump's actions as 700 Marines arrive in Los Angeles to manage unrest following federal immigration raids.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has publicly condemned the actions of President Donald Trump, stating that "democracy is under assault" as approximately 700 U.S. Marines arrived in Los Angeles following a federal crackdown on immigration violations.
The deployment comes amid ongoing protests against recent immigration raids conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), which resulted in the arrest of at least 44 individuals across the city.
In response to the escalating situation, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass instituted a curfew in the downtown area after several nights of unrest, which included incidents of vandalism and violent altercations.
The protests commenced last Saturday, prompting local police to maintain order.
Newsom reported that while local law enforcement had been effective in managing the demonstrations initially, the situation deteriorated significantly after Trump ordered the National Guard's deployment without prior consultation with state officials.
Newsom characterized this decision as an "abuse of power" that intensified an already volatile scenario, alleging that it compromised the safety of both law enforcement personnel and civilians.
He remarked that Trump's actions prioritized "theatrics over public safety" and were damaging to community trust.
In his remarks, Newsom highlighted concerns regarding the potential implications of Trump's actions beyond California, indicating a broader pattern of federal overreach that threatens democratic governance.
He stated that the situation represents a critical moment in which the historic balance of governmental powers is at risk.
Following the arrival of the Marines in a staging area approximately 30 kilometers south of Los Angeles, officials clarified that the military personnel would not exercise arrest powers but instead would provide protection for federal property and personnel.
Along with the Marines, there are currently around 2,100 National Guard troops stationed in the greater Los Angeles area, with additional units anticipated to be deployed.
President Trump, while speaking at Fort Bragg in North Carolina, defended his decision to deploy military personnel, asserting that there was a national emergency stemming from what he described as an "invasion" and a "full-blown assault on peace and public order." He called on federal forces to take decisive action to restore order in California.
Demonstrators have expressed their solidarity for those apprehended during the raids, with many waving flags from Mexico and other nations.
In contrast, Bass highlighted that while most protesters were peaceful, there were smaller factions engaging in destructive behaviors, which ultimately warranted the curfew.
The police have reported that since the protests began, they have made 197 arrests, significantly increasing the total number of arrests in the area related to these demonstrations.
As part of ongoing efforts to manage the protests, law enforcement has been managing crowds, particularly outside the Metropolitan Detention Center, where many of the detained migrants are held.
The deployment comes amid ongoing protests against recent immigration raids conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), which resulted in the arrest of at least 44 individuals across the city.
In response to the escalating situation, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass instituted a curfew in the downtown area after several nights of unrest, which included incidents of vandalism and violent altercations.
The protests commenced last Saturday, prompting local police to maintain order.
Newsom reported that while local law enforcement had been effective in managing the demonstrations initially, the situation deteriorated significantly after Trump ordered the National Guard's deployment without prior consultation with state officials.
Newsom characterized this decision as an "abuse of power" that intensified an already volatile scenario, alleging that it compromised the safety of both law enforcement personnel and civilians.
He remarked that Trump's actions prioritized "theatrics over public safety" and were damaging to community trust.
In his remarks, Newsom highlighted concerns regarding the potential implications of Trump's actions beyond California, indicating a broader pattern of federal overreach that threatens democratic governance.
He stated that the situation represents a critical moment in which the historic balance of governmental powers is at risk.
Following the arrival of the Marines in a staging area approximately 30 kilometers south of Los Angeles, officials clarified that the military personnel would not exercise arrest powers but instead would provide protection for federal property and personnel.
Along with the Marines, there are currently around 2,100 National Guard troops stationed in the greater Los Angeles area, with additional units anticipated to be deployed.
President Trump, while speaking at Fort Bragg in North Carolina, defended his decision to deploy military personnel, asserting that there was a national emergency stemming from what he described as an "invasion" and a "full-blown assault on peace and public order." He called on federal forces to take decisive action to restore order in California.
Demonstrators have expressed their solidarity for those apprehended during the raids, with many waving flags from Mexico and other nations.
In contrast, Bass highlighted that while most protesters were peaceful, there were smaller factions engaging in destructive behaviors, which ultimately warranted the curfew.
The police have reported that since the protests began, they have made 197 arrests, significantly increasing the total number of arrests in the area related to these demonstrations.
As part of ongoing efforts to manage the protests, law enforcement has been managing crowds, particularly outside the Metropolitan Detention Center, where many of the detained migrants are held.
