Tensions flare as National Guard arrives in LA to quell immigration protests

More demonstrations expected Sunday; Pentagon puts Marines 'on high alert'

20250608N National Guard Los Angeles immigration

California National Guard members stand outside the Edward R. Roybal federal building on June 8 after their deployment by President Donald Trump in response to protests against immigration sweeps in Los Angeles. © Reuters

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) -- California National Guard troops clashed with protesters in Los Angeles on Sunday hours after arriving in the city on the orders of President Donald Trump to quell demonstrations against immigration raids carried out as part of Trump's enforcement measures.

Sponsored Content

About Sponsored ContentThis content was commissioned by Nikkei's Global Business Bureau.