In response to several days of protests in Los Angeles, the federal government has dispatched a battalion of 700 Marines alongside an additional 2,000 National Guard troops to the city. The demonstrations have recently diminished in scale, but the deployment has drawn criticism from state officials.
California Governor Gavin Newsom condemned the move, describing it as a deliberate provocation aimed at increasing fear and division within the community.
Details regarding the necessity of increased National Guard presence remain unclear, and the state has taken legal action to prevent their deployment. Meanwhile, political leaders have voiced concerns over the use of active-duty military personnel on U.S. soil, which is typically reserved for exceptional circumstances.
Despite the military buildup, President Trump stated that the situation in Los Angeles had largely stabilized, acknowledging only minor unrest.
Clashes between police and protesters occurred in the Little Tokyo area, where law enforcement used tear gas and made arrests. However, confrontations appeared less frequent overall, with National Guard forces mostly avoiding direct engagement.
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