- ICE agents and federal law enforcement officers were attacked during deportation operations in Los Angeles.
- President Trump signed a Presidential Memorandum to deploy 2,000 National Guard troops to California.
- The White House, DHS, and top federal officials say they will not tolerate violence against law enforcement.
- California leaders, including Governor Newsom and Mayor Karen Bass, condemned the federal action as “inflammatory.”
- Mayor Bass labeled ICE operations as “terror tactics” against immigrant communities.
Federal Action Escalates Following Attacks on ICE Agents
President Donald J. Trump has ordered the deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles in response to a series of violent attacks targeting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers and federal law enforcement agents engaged in deportation operations.
The decision, formalized through a Presidential Memorandum, comes amid escalating tensions in California over federal immigration enforcement. The White House framed the move as a necessary response to what it described as “lawlessness” and a breakdown of local leadership in protecting public safety.
Trump Blasts California Leaders on Social Media
President Trump did not hold back in his criticism of local officials. In a post on X, he said:
DHS Secretary Promises Arrests and Continued Enforcement
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem also issued a sharp warning to protesters and rioters attempting to obstruct ICE operations. In a public statement, she said:
Federal sources suggest that ICE operations are expanding in California, and there is speculation that some of the unrest is being coordinated by outside activist groups. DHS officials have reaffirmed that ICE agents are acting within the bounds of federal law and deserve full protection.
Governor Newsom and Mayor Bass Push Back
California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass condemned the National Guard deployment as an overreach. In a statement, Newsom emphasized the capability of state and local authorities:
Mayor Karen Bass voiced strong opposition to ICE tactics, framing them as harmful and unnecessary. In her statement, she said:
What’s Next
The White House has not yet clarified how long the National Guard presence will remain in California. Legal experts suggest that the move may face challenges if it is perceived to violate the Posse Comitatus Act or interfere with state sovereignty. Meanwhile, protests and counter-protests continue in parts of Los Angeles, as both federal agencies and local governments prepare for potential escalation.
(with inputs from White House, X, and verified press releases)
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