In a televised address, Governor Newsom condemned President Trump’s deployment of military forces to quell immigration protests in Los Angeles, characterizing the action as a grave threat to American democracy. He warned that this escalation marks a perilous moment for the nation’s legal norms and predicted similar actions in other states. Newsom framed Trump’s actions, including the federal takeover of the California National Guard, as an intentional “inflaming” of an already tense situation. The Governor urged Americans to actively resist what he described as an assault on democratic principles.
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Nine News US correspondent Lauren Tomasi was struck by a rubber bullet during a live report on immigration protests in Los Angeles. The incident, captured on camera, shows an officer firing in the direction of Tomasi and her cameraperson. Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell acknowledged the incident and expressed concern, promising an investigation into the use of crowd-control munitions against members of the press. The shooting highlights safety concerns for journalists covering protests.
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Department of Homeland Security agents conducted multiple raids across Los Angeles, resulting in clashes with protestors and widespread condemnation from California officials. Numerous arrests were made, with reports varying on the exact number, amidst scenes of agents using force against protestors who had gathered to oppose the raids. California leaders, including Governor Newsom and Mayor Bass, strongly criticized the actions, citing the cruelty and disruption caused to immigrant communities and essential workers. The raids sparked intense protests, with injured protestors and the arrest of a union president, further fueling the outrage.
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