LA Protests: Trump's Decision to Deploy Military Criticised, California Governor Terms Move 'Deranged'
President Donald Trump's administration has announced the deployment of 700 active-duty US Marines and an additional 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles.
The move has drawn sharp criticism from California Governor Gavin Newsom, who described the deployment as "deranged" and accused the President of using the military to serve his own political interests.
"This isn't about public safety," Governor Newsom said. "It's about stroking a dangerous President's ego."
The deployment of active-duty military personnel within US cities is highly unusual and has raised concerns among local officials.
Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell said the arrival of Marines without prior co-ordination posed a significant logistical and operational challenge.
He expressed confidence in the police department's ability to manage large-scale demonstrations independently.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass also condemned the move, calling it a "deliberate attempt to create disorder and chaos in our city."
"I feel like we are part of an experiment that we did not ask to be a part of," she said.
Detention of protesters in downtown Los Angeles. Photo: AP/PTI
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