President Trump has utilized federal law to order the national guard to Los Angeles amid protests. However, there are questions regarding the legality of this order, particularly in light of California Governor Gavin Newsom's objections. The national guard operates under a hybrid structure that serves both state and federal interests. Trump's support for the national guard's role in calming unrest contrasts with the immediate knowledge that the troops have yet to arrive in the city, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the response.
President Trump appears to have invoked federal law to mobilize the national guard for Los Angeles, bypassing the traditional state command and control.
While Trump praises the national guard's role in addressing unrest in Los Angeles, the city's mayor clarifies that the troops have not yet arrived.
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