In a dramatic move reflecting heightened tensions around immigration policy, President Trump ordered 2,000 National Guard members to Los Angeles to address protests against federal immigration raids. This deployment, occurring against the wishes of California's Governor Gavin Newsom, marks a rare instance of federal intervention over state objections. Newsom responded by announcing plans to sue the federal government, emphasizing the action's perceived unlawfulness. Trump has described protesters as 'insurrectionists', while Vice President JD Vance labeled the situation an 'invasion', signaling a combustible divide in authority and escalating conflicts around immigration issues.
The last time a President deployed the National Guard over a governor's objections was more than 50 years ago in California, raising significant constitutional questions.
With the deployment of the National Guard, tensions escalate as local leaders like Governor Gavin Newsom argue the action is unlawful and unconstitutional.
Trump labeled the protesters as 'insurrectionists', while Vice President JD Vance described the situation in more alarming terms, characterizing the demonstrators as an 'invasion'.
The Gulf between state and federal authority widens as California's leaders prepare to take legal action against what they view as a federal overreach.
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