Los Angeles Protests Escalate as Trump Plans to Deploy National Guard and Marines
The protests in Los Angeles are intensifying, with President Trump bypassing the governor's authority to directly mobilize the National Guard and deploy Marines in the city center. This action has faced fierce criticism from Democrats, who argue it inflames tensions.
The National Guard, also known as the National Military Reserve, is one of the oldest military organizations in the U.S., dating back to 1636. Originally formed for defense against Native Americans and European armies, it has evolved into organized and professional military units established in each state. The primary missions of the National Guard include responding to emergencies such as natural disasters, civil unrest, or war, and supporting U.S. military operations abroad.
While the National Guard is state-controlled, both the President and governors have the authority to mobilize it, but it is typically under the command of the governor, which has become a point of contention in this dispute.
