California Sues Trump Over LA National Guard Order

A major conflict has erupted between California and the Trump administration after President Trump ordered the deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles in response to escalating protests against ICE raids and his immigration policies, doing so without state consent. California Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta have jointly announced a lawsuit against Trump, calling the deployment unlawful and authoritarian and warning it sets a dangerous precedent. The protests, sparked by ICE raids, turned violent at times, and both local and state officials have criticized federal intervention for escalating the situation. Trump has intensified his rhetoric by suggesting Governor Newsom be arrested for incompetence, while White House officials have circulated images highlighting disorder under Democratic leadership. Legal experts caution that the move may signify significant presidential overreach and revive debates about federal versus state authority. Despite some Los Angeles residents noting peaceful areas, the legal and political standoff is ongoing as further protests and court proceedings are anticipated.