Los Angeles is experiencing a strong backlash against Donald Trump's administration after he deployed National Guard soldiers following protests against immigration raids. The raids, which involved arrests without judicial warrants and alleged family separations, have fueled widespread anger and spurred increased resistance from activists, union leaders, and politicians, despite the administration's promise of 'mass deportations' and efforts to quell opposition.
Los Angeles responds with roaring backlash to Trump’s dramatic escalation
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Los Angeles is experiencing a strong backlash against Donald Trump's administration after he deployed National Guard soldiers following protests against immigration raids. The raids, which involved arrests without judicial warrants and alleged family separations, have fueled widespread anger and spurred increased resistance from activists, union leaders, and politicians, despite the administration's promise of 'mass deportations' and efforts to quell opposition.
Trending- 1 Since Trump's second term: Barrage of draconian immigration restrictions, ICE ambushing people.
- 2 Last week: Similar raids in San Diego.
- 3 Friday: News conference by Angelica Salas.
- 4 Late Saturday night: Trump deployed National Guard soldiers in LA.
- 5 1992: LA riots (historical context for National Guard deployment).
- Widespread public anger and backlash in Los Angeles
- Increased protests
- Arrests of protesters and union leaders
- Alleged human rights violations (family separations, denial of attorney access)
- Heightened tensions between federal government and 'sanctuary cities'
- Potential for further escalation of force
What: Los Angeles is reacting with a strong backlash to Donald Trump's administration's escalation of immigration enforcement, including the deployment of National Guard soldiers after protests against raids.
When: Late on Saturday night (Trump deployed National Guard), Friday (news conference by Angelica Salas), since Trump was sworn in for his second presidential term (barrage of draconian immigration restrictions), last week (raids in San Diego).
Where: Los Angeles (garment district, Westlake district, South Los Angeles, downtown LA), El Salvador (mega-prison), across the US (protests, similar raids in Newark, Chicago, Nashville), San Diego, California.
Why: Trump's administration aims to 'crush opposition' and implement 'mass deportations,' targeting 'sanctuary cities.' The backlash is fueled by the brutality of federal agents, arrests without judicial warrants, alleged family separations, denial of attorney access, and the perceived attack on the community.
How: Trump deployed National Guard soldiers, federal agents conducted raids (including at a clothing manufacturer and Home Depot), used riot gear, tear gas, and flash-bang grenades against protesters. The city is responding with increased protests, legal challenges (ACLU, Immigrant Defenders Law Center), and vocal opposition from community leaders and politicians.