President Trump has taken bold action to restore order in Los Angeles, deploying 2,000 National Guard troops after left-wing riots left parts of the city in chaos. Ignoring pushback from California Governor Gavin Newsom, Trump made it clear that protecting federal property and American lives comes first.
Protests Turn Violent as Trump Cracks Down on ‘Migrant Invasion’
Los Angeles exploded into unrest after ICE arrested 118 illegal immigrants with deportation orders. Radicals responded with riots, burning self-driving cars, and blocking freeways, forcing LAPD to deploy tear gas and rubber bullets.
President Trump called the chaos a “Migrant Invasion” and wasted no time directing Homeland Security, the DOJ, and the Pentagon to intervene. 500 Marines were placed on standby, while National Guard units secured federal buildings and clashed with violent demonstrators bent on overwhelming law enforcement.
Newsom Outraged as Trump Sidesteps State Authority
Governor Gavin Newsom called Trump’s deployment “a serious breach of state sovereignty” and demanded the troops be withdrawn. But Trump wasn’t having it. The President invoked emergency powers not used in decades, declaring California leaders “unable or unwilling” to restore order.
First National Guard Troops Arrive in Los Angeles
Trump has deployed 2,000 troops to help control ongoing protests.
Troops are distributing riot shields in preparation for potential unrest.#LosAngeles https://t.co/cul3qk1OMM pic.twitter.com/MyZkIS5bJQ
— Roasting Man (@Roasting_man123) June 8, 2025
“We didn’t have a problem until Trump got involved,” Newsom complained, even as images of burning cars and injured officers filled social media.
Mayor Karen Bass also condemned the move, choosing to defend protesters’ “rights” instead of stopping the lawlessness. Trump fired back, accusing California officials of protecting criminals and aiding illegal immigration.
Leftist Groups and Foreign Ties Fuel the Fire
Federal investigations are now looking into taxpayer-funded radical groups that helped organize the chaos. Many are connected to far-left political networks and foreign-linked organizations, including some reportedly tied to the Chinese Communist Party.
BREAKING: President Trump has officially taken control of the California National Guard and will be deploying THOUSANDS of troops to the streets of Los Angeles tonight, per Gov. Newsom
LET’S GO!
WE’RE TAKING OUR COUNTRY BACK!
Looks like it does work that way! FAFO pic.twitter.com/53Ebv4xaJ0
— Kai On Your Side🌺 (@PupScouts1) June 8, 2025
Trump’s bold move marks the first time in decades that a National Guard unit has been deployed without a governor’s request—but for many Americans, it’s about time.
As Kamala Harris, Gavin Newsom, and the rest of the Democrat elite try to score political points, President Trump is restoring order. The American people are watching, and many are saying: it’s about time someone put America first.
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Protests intensify in Los Angeles after Trump deploys hundreds of National Guard troops
Donald Trump Authorizes Officials to Take ‘Action Necessary to Liberate’ LA – Newsweek