Trump orders Defense Department to send an additional 2,000 National Guard troops to LA anti-ICE riots

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The Trump administration has announced the deployment of an additional 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles as the city grapples with violent anti-ICE riots that have persisted for four nights. This decision comes just two days after the initial deployment of National Guard troops to help manage the large crowds of protesters in downtown LA.

This new group of troops will bring the total number of Guard troops in the California city to over 4,000. In addition, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth revealed that 700 active-duty Marines will also be dispatched to the area to assist in controlling the unrest.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has also taken action by planning to surge over 800 additional state and local law enforcement officers to ensure the safety of the communities in Los Angeles. However, Newsom has criticized the deployment of National Guard troops, stating that the first 2,000 troops were not provided with food or water and were not effectively utilized.

Despite the ongoing protests, the Trump administration remains firm in its decision to deploy more troops, with officials emphasizing the need to maintain public safety and order in the city. However, Governor Newsom and LA Mayor Karen Bass have expressed concerns about the large presence of soldiers, accusing the federal government of creating disorder and chaos in the city.

Mayor Bass urged the federal government to halt the raids and allow the city to move forward peacefully. Meanwhile, Trump officials criticized both Newsom and Bass for their handling of the protests, labeling their actions as ineffective.

The deployment of additional National Guard troops in Los Angeles marks a significant move by the Trump administration, reminiscent of past instances where presidents have taken similar actions to address civil unrest. As tensions continue to escalate in the city, it remains to be seen how the presence of more troops will impact the ongoing protests and riots.