ABC News Daily Trump’s military escalation in Los Angeles
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Jun 10, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Melanie Mason, a senior reporter covering California politics for POLITICO, unpacks President Trump's controversial decision to send National Guard troops and Marines to Los Angeles amidst escalating protests against immigration enforcement. She delves into the motivations behind Trump's actions and the potential for heightened unrest. The conversation raises critical questions about authority, response strategies, and the implications of military involvement in urban crises, reflecting on the challenges faced by local leaders.
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Federal Troops Escalate LA Protests
- President Trump deployed the National Guard and Marines in Los Angeles without gubernatorial consent.
- This unprecedented federal intervention escalated tensions and intensified protests beyond local police control.
Governor Newsom Condemns Federal Overreach
- Governor Gavin Newsom condemned Trump's National Guard activation as authoritarian and politically motivated.
- Trump is testing power boundaries by overriding state authority in California as a precedent for other states.
LA Leaders Warn of Federal Experiment
- The LA Mayor views the federal action as a provocation, not a public safety measure.
- Local leaders fear their city is a test case for federal overreach into state and local governance.