The Trump administration has confirmed deployment of 2,000 National Guardsmen to ongoing anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles. This decision follows clashes between protesters and ICE agents during immigration enforcement operations. Border Czar Tom Homan announced the deployment on Fox News, stating the need to restore order.
Protesters have been engaging in actions that included vandalism and altercations. DHS police reportedly used less-lethal weapons to control the crowd. The protests reportedly turned violent when demonstrators allegedly began breaking down cement blocks to use as weapons against the police, leading to the deployment of LAPD officers in riot gear to assist trapped DHS agents. Some international media outlets have portrayed the situation as a sign of increasing authoritarianism in the U.S., with headlines focusing on the use of military forces against civilians.
Further reports indicate that rioters launched explosives at the LA ICE facility in an attempt to break in, as reported by Benny Johnson (@bennyjohnson). Additionally, anti-ICE protesters have reportedly ignited brush fires in Los Angeles, further escalating the situation. However, the Los Angeles Police Department has not attributed the fires directly to the protesters, mentioning that the situation was under control and no injuries were reported.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has criticized California’s leaders, including Governor Gavin Newsom and Mayor Karen Bass, for allegedly contributing to the unrest. However, Governor Newsom has argued that the deployment of the National Guard was “purposefully inflammatory” and could escalate tensions, suggesting that local law enforcement was capable of handling the situation. Similarly, Mayor Karen Bass of Los Angeles has criticized ICE’s actions, stating that their enforcement operations initiated “outrage, chaos, fear, and terror” among the community. She has also expressed opposition to the deployment of the National Guard, arguing that local law enforcement was capable of handling the situation without federal intervention. She had reportedly been in discussions with the White House and Tom Holman to address the situation, hoping to resolve the issue without the need for the National Guard’s intervention.
In a related development, a tweet by DataRepublican (@DataRepublican) suggests that the riots in Los Angeles might be government-funded. This claim adds complexity to the ongoing debate about the nature and funding of these protests. However, the Los Angeles Times has argued that while some groups might have received government funding, it’s a stretch to suggest that the riots themselves are government-orchestrated, highlighting that the riots are a response to long-standing social issues.
Finally, reports indicate the violence has not been confined to Los Angeles. In Portland, individuals reportedly inspired by the LA events are organizing a similar protest at a local facility. And in New York, anti-ICE protesters clashed with the NYPD outside the ICE headquarters in Manhattan, resulting in multiple arrests. The Oregonian reported that Portland Police Bureau has increased patrols around the facility due to “rumors of planned disturbances,” but they have not confirmed any specific group’s involvement.
Sources
Trump Deploys National Guard to Los Angeles Amidst Anti-ICE Violence
“The Trump administration will deploy the National Guard to Los Angeles following several violent confrontations between Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and protesters, after ICE agents carried out multiple immigration sweeps throughout the county.”
Riots Erupt in LA as Mexican BLM Group Targets ICE Facility in Color Revolution Tactic
“Unión del Barrio operates on a Marxist-Leninist and decolonial framework that wants to destroy the West and capitalism, or more importantly, destroy America.”
Evidence Suggests Government Funding Behind Los Angeles Riots
Evidence emerges revealing the Riots in Los Angeles may be government funded.
Rioters Launch Explosives at LA ICE Facility in Attempted Break-In
Rioters are now launching explosives at the ICE detention facility in Los Angeles in an attempt to break in.
Anti-ICE Protesters Ignite Brush Fires in Los Angeles
Anti-ICE rioters are now starting brush fires in LA.
Portland Antifa Militants Plan Riot at Facility, Inspired by LA Insurrection
Portland Antifa militants inspired by the LA insurrection are reportedly helping organize a riot at the Portland facility.
Anti-ICE Protesters Clash with NYPD Outside Manhattan Headquarters, Multiple Arrests Reported
Violent clashes are erupting outside the ICE headquarters in Manhattan as anti-ICE protesters clash with the New York police department.
LA Mayor Bass Criticizes ICE Actions, Rejects National Guard Deployment
ICE “initiated outrage, chaos, fear and terror”
In addition to sources submitted by community members, the following were also used in the creation of this report: Los Angeles Times, The Guardian, The Oregonian.
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