Saturday, March 29, 2025
Tensions are surging in Los Angeles as protests continue to spread across multiple areas, forcing President Donald Trump to take a drastic step. Amid escalating unrest, the Trump administration has temporarily deployed approximately 700 U.S. Marines to the streets of Los Angeles to assist National Guard troops already on the ground.
The decision has sparked fresh outrage, deepening the political divide and prompting legal action from California’s state government.
According to the Trump administration, the deployment was necessary to regain control over the situation. Looting of stores and arson have plagued the city, with alarming visuals circulating across social media platforms. Protesters reportedly set vehicles ablaze and blocked major highways, including the city’s central expressways.
The 700 Marines have been deployed from the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center in California. They are now working alongside the National Guard to restore order.
Trump defended his decision by stating, “Force is necessary to deal with rioters effectively.” He even issued a controversial threat to arrest California Governor Gavin Newsom, further intensifying the political standoff.
In response, California Governor Gavin Newsom has strongly condemned Trump’s move, labeling it a “militarization of civil spaces.” He criticized the administration’s handling of peaceful protests and filed a legal case against the federal deployment of Marines and National Guard forces in the state.
This marks the fourth consecutive day of unrest in Los Angeles. A large crowd had gathered in front of a migrant detention center to protest immigration policies. As tensions flared, clashes broke out between protesters and law enforcement, who responded with tear gas.
Democrats have accused Trump of exploiting the unrest to showcase political strength ahead of the election season. They argue that the deployment of Marines will only escalate violence rather than resolve the crisis. Critics say the move infringes on state autonomy and sets a dangerous precedent.
Despite the backlash, the White House maintains that maintaining law and order is the federal government’s responsibility.
President Trump orders deployment of 700 Marines in Los Angeles amid violent protests.
Protesters set cars on fire, block highways; police respond with tear gas.
California files lawsuit against Trump administration over military deployment.
Governor Newsom condemns the decision, calling it an “overreach of power.”
The unrest centers around migrant detention policies and is in its fourth day.
