Trump administration deploys hundreds of Marines to Los Angeles

California files lawsuit to block National Guard deployment

California National Guard troops in Los Angeles on June 9, after their deployment by U.S. President Donald Trump in response to protests against immigration sweeps in the city. © Reuters

June 10, 2025 07:01 JST

Updated on June 10, 2025 14:24 JST

LOS ANGELES/WASHINGTON (Reuters) -- The Trump administration on Monday ordered U.S. Marines into Los Angeles and intensified raids on suspected undocumented immigrants, fueling more outrage from street protesters and Democratic leaders who raised concerns over a national crisis.