Thousands fill the streets, block freeway after Trump deploys National Guard
a year ago
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- Thousands of protesters in Los Angeles blocked a major freeway and clashed with law enforcement after President Trump deployed the National Guard.
- The deployment of the National Guard was done without the request of California Governor Gavin Newsom, escalating tensions between state and federal authorities.
- Protesters gathered outside a detention center where immigrants were held, chanting at National Guard members and leading to police using tear gas and rubber bullets.
- Trump defended the deployment, stating it was necessary to maintain law and order, and threatened to charge officials who obstructed deportations.
- The situation has sparked political backlash, with critics accusing Trump of authoritarianism, while supporters argue the move was needed due to state inaction.