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Protests are scheduled across Los Angeles this weekend organized by the ICE Out For Good Coalition in response to the deadly shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis.
A judge ruled that the Trump administration's deployment of National Guard troops during LA immigration protests was illegal, violating the Posse Comitatus Act, though the troops have not been ordered to withdraw immediately. The decision highlights concerns over the use of military force in domestic law enforcement and the broader context of Trump's immigration crackdown and federalization of troops.
The US military was deployed to Los Angeles during protests despite low threat levels, leading to a legal challenge from California that argues the deployment violated laws against military involvement in civil law enforcement. The trial examines whether the Trump administration's use of troops was lawful, with testimony indicating that military assistance was granted even when assessments showed minimal risk, raising concerns about the legality and appropriateness of the deployment.
A federal judge in San Francisco is examining whether the Trump administration violated federal law by deploying national guard troops to Los Angeles during protests over immigration raids, challenging the legality of such actions under the Posse Comitatus Act and the authority of the president to federalize state troops without governor approval. The case could set important legal precedents regarding military involvement in domestic law enforcement and the limits of presidential power.
Federal law enforcement reports on LA protesters during June demonstrations contained false statements, leading to the dismissal of several felony charges, highlighting issues with accuracy and prosecutorial practices in politically charged cases.
The Pentagon is reducing its military presence in Los Angeles by withdrawing 2,000 California National Guard members, as the lawlessness associated with ICE protests subsides, following a deployment of nearly 4,700 personnel including active-duty Marines and National Guard troops.
The Trump administration has released approximately 150 California National Guard troops from federal duties related to LA protests, amid ongoing wildfires and disputes with California officials over military deployments and immigration enforcement actions.
A federal appeals court ruled that President Trump can continue deploying the California National Guard to respond to protests in Los Angeles against immigration raids, reversing a lower court decision and allowing the federal government to maintain control over the deployment amid ongoing legal disputes with California officials.
The article describes the author's experience at Summer Game Fest 2025 in LA, highlighting the contrast between the event's excitement and the surrounding protests against immigration raids by ICE, which cast a shadow over the event and raised concerns about safety and the political climate affecting the gaming community.
John Oliver criticizes President Trump for escalating authoritarian tactics, highlighting recent LA protests against ICE raids, government overreach, and the deployment of military forces, warning of a slippery slope to authoritarianism while expressing hope for future resistance.
A Los Angeles protester, Jose Manuel Mojica, claims he was attacked by law enforcement during a demonstration against immigration raids and is contesting federal charges of assaulting officers, asserting he was defending himself after being brutalized. The protests, part of a broader crackdown on immigration, have led to multiple arrests and legal actions, raising concerns about police conduct and civil rights violations.
Arnold Schwarzenegger criticized media for depicting Los Angeles as a war zone amid ICE protests, emphasizing that only a small part of the city is affected and urging political leaders to address immigration reform. The article also covers reactions from California officials condemning federal actions and deploying troops to LA during protests.
President Trump inadvertently boosted California Governor Gavin Newsom's national profile by deploying troops to Los Angeles, prompting Newsom to deliver a powerful speech condemning federal actions and emphasizing the importance of democracy and public safety. The incident highlighted political tensions and showcased Newsom's communication skills, possibly influencing his future political prospects.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth refused to commit to respecting court rulings on deploying troops in Los Angeles amid protests against immigration raids, with ongoing legal and political tensions involving Governor Gavin Newsom and President Trump. The situation has sparked nationwide protests, clashes, and debates over military involvement in domestic issues, with legal challenges and political rhetoric intensifying.
Democrats are shifting the debate from immigration issues to Trump's use of executive power amid ongoing protests in Los Angeles, fearing the imagery of unrest could harm their electoral prospects, while also criticizing Trump's deployment of military forces without local approval as an overreach of presidential authority.