The U.S. military is deploying around 700 Marines to Los Angeles as a temporary measure until more National Guard troops arrive, following violent protests over President Donald Trump’s aggressive immigration policies.
While the Trump administration has not yet invoked the Insurrection Act, tensions have escalated between federal authorities and California officials, with Governor Gavin Newsom vowing legal action against what he called an unconstitutional deployment.
Protests erupted after immigration raids and the detention of union leader David Huerta, with demonstrators decrying the militarization of law enforcement.
Trump’s endorsement of arresting Newsom and calls to pass his sweeping “One Big Beautiful Bill” have further deepened partisan divides.
California’s lawsuit challenges Trump’s authority, claiming he is manufacturing a crisis to assert control over state security forces.
Source: PhilNews24 | June 10, 2025
