SACRAMENTO, CA - Governor Gavin Newsom has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration challenging the deployment of National Guard troops to Los Angeles. The lawsuit, filed late Monday, argues that the federal government is overstepping its authority and infringing on California's right to control its own National Guard.
The deployment follows several days of protests in Los Angeles, sparked by ongoing debates over immigration enforcement and the role of ICE. Some protests have turned violent, with clashes reported between anti-ICE demonstrators and law enforcement officers. Dozens of arrests have been made for offenses ranging from unlawful assembly to resisting arrest.
The Trump administration maintains that the National Guard deployment is necessary to maintain order and protect federal property. However, Newsom argues that the deployment is politically motivated and an unnecessary escalation of the situation. The lawsuit seeks an immediate injunction to halt the deployment and prevent further federal intervention in state affairs. The legal battle is expected to be lengthy and could have significant implications for the balance of power between the federal government and individual states.
Newsom Sues Trump Over National Guard Deployment Amid LA Protests
California Governor Newsom is suing the Trump administration following the deployment of National Guard troops to Los Angeles. The move comes after several days of protests, some of which resulted in clashes between anti-ICE demonstrators and law enforcement. Dozens of arrests have been made as tensions remain high. The lawsuit alleges federal overreach and violation of state sovereignty.