Over 2,000 Troops Withdraw from Los Angeles as Federal Deployment Ends

The Pentagon has withdrawn over 1,000 National Guard troops from Los Angeles as part of a scaled-back deployment that began in June, with only about 250 remaining to protect federal property. The deployment, initially involving nearly 5,000 troops to quell protests and protect federal agents, faced criticism from local officials and was associated with a decline in local law enforcement activities like fentanyl seizures. The move follows the departure of Marines and Guard soldiers, costing approximately $134 million, amid concerns over morale and the deployment's legality and impact.