Riots Spread Across Los Angeles, San Francisco Amid Federal Guard Deployment

Protests and riots linked to immigration issues have escalated tensions in both San Francisco and Los Angeles, prompting significant law enforcement responses. In San Francisco, a peaceful immigration solidarity protest turned violent when clashes erupted between protesters and police officers, with objects thrown and chants against law enforcement. In Los Angeles, widespread riots led President Donald Trump to deploy 2,000 National Guard troops, marking the first federalization of the Guard in the city since 1992. The deployment has drawn criticism from local leaders and organizations such as Forward Latino, who accuse the administration of using militarized tactics that incite fear and panic. Meanwhile, some conservative voices hail the deployment as necessary to restore order amid violent acts including arson and assaults on law enforcement, with further military involvement considered. The situation reflects deep divisions over immigration enforcement methods and public safety in major U.S. cities.