Trump Sends National Guard to LA Amid Immigration Protests: Experts Warn of Potential Risks

President Donald Trump has ordered 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles to address immigration protests, disregarding California Governor Gavin Newsom's objections, a move that experts claim tests state authority.Protests intensified Friday after federal agents detained over 44 individuals, aligning with Trump’s strict immigration policy that includes nationwide deportations and raids. Law enforcement resorted to tear gas and flashbang grenades to disperse demonstrators, but Trump asserted that the federal government must intervene to resolve the chaos.The National Guard’s deployment under Title 10 enables the President to mobilize troops for civil disorder, now functioning with presidential oversight. This action marks a notable rare occurrence of federal intervention without gubernatorial collaboration, reminiscent of historical events like the 1992 LA riots. Critics, including Newsom and others, argue this deployment is inflammatory and risks escalating tensions further in a primarily peaceful protest environment, while amplifying concerns about the use of military force against civilians.