‘It Could Happen Anywhere’: Political Analyst Weighs in on Federal Response to L.A. Protests
- More than 118 immigrants were taken into custody by ICE agents during widespread raids across Los Angeles between Friday and Saturday, triggering significant protests in the city.
- The raids came after President Trump sent a contingent of 2,000 National Guard members to Los Angeles without the approval of Governor Newsom, who opposed the move.
- Massive protests erupted downtown, featuring clashes with law enforcement, freeway blockages, graffiti, and escalating violence fueled in part by misinformation about workplace raids.
- Equality California director Tony Hoang condemned Trump’s actions as a “dangerous and deliberate escalation” that risks separating families and harming vulnerable LGBTQ+ immigrants.
- Governor Newsom pledged to sue the administration if control of the National Guard is not returned, while local officials criticized federal actions for inflaming tensions amid ongoing resistance.
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‘It could happen anywhere’: Political analyst weighs in on federal response to L.A. protests
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