California Sues to Halt Trump National Guard Deployment in Los Angeles

President Donald Trump's deployment of up to 4,000 National Guard troops and an additional 700 Marines to Los Angeles to suppress violent protests related to immigration enforcement has sparked a significant legal and political clash with California Governor Gavin Newsom. California has filed a federal lawsuit arguing that Trump's unilateral military deployment is unconstitutional and an illegal intrusion on state authority, citing the absence of consultation with state officials. The deployment represents a rare and controversial federal intervention, as governors typically request National Guard activation, and it has intensified existing tensions between Trump and California, including efforts by the White House to cut federal funding to the state. California's economic significance, with a GDP exceeding $4 trillion—larger than many countries—adds weight to the ongoing conflict. Critics of the federal response describe the deployment as disproportionate and politically motivated, while supporters argue it is necessary to restore law and order amid ongoing unrest. The dispute reflects broader partisan battles over immigration policy, state sovereignty, and federal authority, set against a backdrop of planned legal challenges and ongoing protests.