Gov. Says ‘This Is Trump’s Mess’ as 800+ Officers Deployed in LA

Key Points:

• Governor Newsom dispatches over 800 additional officers to Los Angeles amid unrest.
• Deployment follows Trump’s unauthorized federalization of the National Guard.
• Five CHP tactical teams, plus mutual aid officers from surrounding counties, now on the ground.
• State Operations Center activated to coordinate California’s emergency response.
• Officials urge peaceful protest; more than 40 arrests made for violence and vandalism.

Lead

According to a press release issued Monday by the Office of Governor Gavin Newsom, California has deployed more than 800 additional state and local law enforcement officers to Los Angeles. The move is in direct response to protests and unrest ignited by President Trump’s controversial—and reportedly unlawful—activation of the National Guard.

Background

President Trump’s deployment of 2,000 federalized National Guard troops—without state coordination—has been widely criticized as unconstitutional and provocative. Only 300 Guard members have actually been deployed so far, but their presence has sparked widespread protests across the city.

“Chaos is exactly what Trump wanted,” said Governor Newsom. “Now we are sending in hundreds more law enforcement to pick up the pieces.”

Mutual Aid System Surged

California’s long-established mutual aid system, overseen by the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), was activated to facilitate a multi-agency response. The State Operations Center is now fully operational and monitoring the situation in real time.

“There is a strong local mutual aid agreement here in California and it has already been activated according to policy,” said Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass. “To our local law enforcement partners: thank you for having our back just as we have yours.”

CHP: 640+ Officers on the Ground

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has sent five Special Response Teams—nearly 400 officers—to support the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD). An additional 250 officers have been activated under a regional Tactical Alert for highway safety and mobility control.

“The CHP is committed to restoring calm and protecting our communities with professionalism and resolve,” said CHP Commissioner Sean Duryee. “We are working in full coordination with our local and state partners.”

240+ Officers From Neighboring Counties

Working with Cal OES, the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department (LASD) initiated a mutual aid request, resulting in additional officers from surrounding counties:

• 20 deputies – San Bernardino County
• 83 deputies – Orange County
• 32 deputies – Santa Barbara County
• 44 deputies – Ventura County
• 80 municipal officers from L.A. County cities

In addition, LASD has deployed over 200 of its own deputies to support LAPD.

“This collaboration ensures a unified response and reinforces public safety across the region,” said Sheriff Robert G. Luna. “We are committed to using every mutual aid channel available.”

Leaders Speak Out

Cal OES Director Nancy Ward affirmed the coordinated approach, stating, “We are working closely with local leaders to ensure they have the support they need to keep communities safe, uphold rights, and de-escalate tensions.”

LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell warned those responsible for violence: “This unified effort allows us to restore order. To those inciting violence—just because you haven’t been arrested yet doesn’t mean you won’t be.”

Reminder to Protest Peacefully

More than 40 arrests have been made as a result of vandalism, looting, and physical assaults on officers. City and state leaders are urging protestors to remain non-violent and exercise their rights responsibly.

“You can hurl insults at whoever you want,” said Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman. “But if you light vehicles on fire or throw cinder blocks, you will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.”

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