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** BREAKING NEWS UPDATE **
On June 8, 2025, at 8:43 PM the Department of Defense announced the deployment of nearly 500 active duty Marines to Los Angeles as riots intensify, marking a significant escalation in response to civil unrest. This move, part of President Trump’s strategy to address what he describes as “violent, insurrectionist mobs” attacking federal agents during immigration raids, has bypassed California Governor Gavin Newsom and drawn sharp criticism from state politicians, who view it as an “alarming abuse of power.”
The deployment, potentially involving Marines from Camp Pendleton as suggested by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, reflects a rare and controversial use of military force on American soil against citizens, amidst ongoing protests and a backdrop of political tension.
Riots Continue in Los Angeles, Congresswoman Maxine Waters Denied Entry to Federal Building
Los Angeles, CA – Sunday, June 8 – Immigration protests in Los Angeles have escalated into riots for the third consecutive day, with clashes between demonstrators and law enforcement intensifying outside the federal building.
Congresswoman Maxine Waters attempted to intervene by checking on David Huerta, the president of SEIU California, who was arrested during an ICE raid, but was denied entry by authorities, sparking further outrage among protesters.
The deployment of the National Guard has heightened tensions, as critics label it an “alarming abuse of power,” while the city remains on edge amidst chants of “shame on you” and demands for immigrant rights. Nothing further at this time.
** A Twitter Thread on the Los Angeles Riots and Military Response **
