Protests intensify in Los Angeles after Trump deploys hundreds of National Guard troops

Tensions flared in Los Angeles on Sunday as protests erupted over President Trump’s deployment of the National Guard amid an immigration crackdown. Thousands blocked freeways, set self-driving cars on fire, and clashed with police using tear gas and rubber bullets. The unrest centered downtown, with demonstrators targeting federal facilities. Governor Gavin Newsom and Mayor Karen Bass condemned the federal intervention as a violation of state sovereignty. Over 100 immigrants were arrested in recent raids, sparking outrage. Trump defended the move, citing unrest, and warned of broader troop deployments, the Associated Press has reported. The situation remains volatile with continued protests and federal presence.