CBS Evening News CBS Evening News, 06/09/25
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Jun 9, 2025 
Jim Axelrod, a CBS News correspondent based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, dives into the pressing issues surrounding California's lawsuit against the Trump administration over national guard deployments to manage immigration protests. The atmosphere in Los Angeles is electric, with protests igniting fury against federal actions. Axelrod also reflects on historical resilience, recalling President Ford's Operation Babylift that saved Vietnamese children. Expect a blend of community struggles and uplifting moments as Axelrod captures the heart of current events.
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Military Deployment Escalates Protests
- President Trump deployed 700 Marines in addition to 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles during immigration protests.
- This military presence escalated tensions during protests over arrests of undocumented immigrants.
Protests Localized to Downtown LA
- Apart from the tense downtown protests in LA, much of the city continues life normally.
- This contrast highlights how localized and contained the unrest actually is.
Unprecedented Guard Deployment Use
- This deployment of National Guard without governor's consent is unprecedented since the 1960s civil rights era.
- The president invoked laws allowing deployment to repel invasion, suppress rebellion, or execute federal laws, extending to protest locations.