What to Know About the Los Angeles Protests and Trump’s Response - WSJ


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Protests in Los Angeles involving clashes between demonstrators and federal officers, including ICE agents, led to the deployment of the National Guard.

Trump Administration's Response

The Trump administration deployed at least 2,000 National Guard troops, criticizing California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass for their handling of the situation.

Reactions

Governor Newsom described the president's actions as "purposefully inflammatory," while Mayor Bass stated she's collaborating with law enforcement to find solutions.

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Members of the National Guard began deploying in Los Angeles on Sunday following two days of clashes between protesters and federal officers, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. The Trump administration said it is sending at least 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles, calling California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass “incompetent. ” Newsom called the president’s move “purposefully inflammatory” and Bass said she is working closely with law enforcement to “find the best path forward.”

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