Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas has condemned President Trump's deployment of the National Guard and Marine Corps to Los Angeles due to escalating anti-ICE protests. She argues that this move is indicative of Trump's 'abhorrent' immigration tactics and a troubling use of military power against civilians. California Governor Gavin Newsom has also criticized the order, declaring it illegal and an excessive exercise of presidential authority, and has moved to challenge it in federal court. The tensions underscore the growing public outcry against Trump’s immigration enforcement actions.
González-Rojas criticized Trump's deployment of the National Guard as a fascist act in response to public backlash over immigration policies.
She described the terror surrounding Trump's immigration enforcement as unacceptable, echoing sentiments of frustration that led to protests in Los Angeles.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom labeled Trump's federalization of the National Guard as illegal and a power grab, filing an emergency motion against the order.
The President's actions received significant pushback from lawmakers, emphasizing the inappropriateness of military involvement in civil protests.
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