Trump Cracks Down: National Guard to Arrest Anti-ICE Protesters in LA
By JV Charles, Senior Editor | June 8, 2025
Key Takeaways
- Trump’s sent 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles to stop violent anti-ICE protests dead in their tracks.
- Protesters turned ugly, assaulting ICE agents during raids that nabbed 118 criminal illegal aliens, including gangbangers and drug dealers.
- Border tsar Tom Homan’s laying down the law with a “zero tolerance” policy for anyone attacking federal officers.
- California’s liberal leaders, like Gavin Newsom and Karen Bass, are whining about the deployment, but Trump’s not backing down.
- MAGA nation’s fired up on X, praising Trump for standing up to the chaos and defending America’s sovereignty.
Why Trump Had to Act
Los Angeles has turned into a battleground, folks. Anti-ICE protesters, egged on by the radical left, are out there causing mayhem, trying to stop ICE from doing its job. Just this week, ICE rounded up 118 illegal aliens in LA hardened criminals like gang members, drug traffickers, and violent offenders. On Friday alone, 44 of these bad hombres were taken off the streets. But the protesters? They’re not just chanting slogans they’re throwing punches, blocking ICE vans, and even attacking federal agents. Tear gas had to be used in Paramount to break up the mobs!
President Trump saw this nonsense and said, “Enough is enough!” He’s called in 2,000 California National Guard troops to protect our ICE heroes and make sure these raids keep going. The White House put out a statement calling these protesters “violent mobs” who are endangering federal personnel. And you know what? They’re right. This isn’t about peaceful protest it’s about anarchy, and Trump’s not letting it slide.
Trump’s Immigration Fight: Full Speed Ahead
Let’s talk about the man leading the charge: Tom Homan, Trump’s border tsar. This guy’s a legend. He was in LA personally overseeing the ICE operations, and he’s made it crystal clear: anyone who attacks a federal agent is going down. “Zero tolerance,” he said, and you can feel the strength in those words. This is what Trump’s all about backing the men and women who keep America safe while cracking down on illegal immigration.
Over on X, the MAGA crowd is losing it in a good way! Posts are blowing up with support for Trump’s move. One user wrote, “God bless Trump for protecting our ICE agents! These protesters need to be locked up!” Another said, “National Guard in LA? Trump’s showing the left who’s boss!” There’s some chatter about Trump using the Insurrection Act, but let’s stick to the facts no official word on that yet. What we do know is Trump’s got the backbone to do what’s right, no matter how much the left cries about it.
California’s Liberal Meltdown
Of course, the usual suspects are throwing a fit. California Governor Gavin Newsom called the National Guard deployment “reckless” and “divisive.” Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass went even further, accusing ICE of “terrorizing” communities. Give me a break! These are the same people who let criminals run wild while tying the hands of law enforcement. The Department of Homeland Security clapped back hard, saying Bass and her Democrat buddies are the ones fueling violence with their anti-ICE garbage.
Here’s the truth: ICE isn’t targeting innocent folks. They’re going after gang members, drug pushers, and violent criminals people who have no business being in our country. But the left would rather protect these thugs than support the law. Trump’s not playing their game, and that’s why we love him.
What’s Coming Next?
With National Guard boots on the ground in LA, things are heating up. ICE is doubling down on its raids, and Trump’s team is ready to take whatever steps are needed to keep the peace. Some folks on X are talking about curfews or even more troops, but nothing’s confirmed yet. What is clear is that Trump’s not letting these anti-ICE clowns run the show. He’s fighting for America, and every patriot out there is behind him.
At JV Political, we’re proud to bring you the unfiltered truth. This is a defining moment for our country, and Trump’s leading the way. Keep your eyes on LA, folks this story’s far from over. Stay strong, stay proud, and let’s keep Making America Great Again!
Frequently Asked Questions
Why’s Trump sending the National Guard to Los Angeles?
Trump’s deploying 2,000 National Guard troops to protect ICE agents who are getting attacked by violent anti-ICE protesters during immigration raids in LA. It’s about keeping our law enforcement safe and upholding the law.
Who’s ICE going after in these raids?
ICE is targeting criminal illegal aliens 118 of them this week, including gang members, drug traffickers, and people with records of assault and robbery. These aren’t innocent folks; they’re dangerous criminals.
Did Trump use the Insurrection Act for this?
Some X posts are saying Trump invoked the Insurrection Act to send in the National Guard, but there’s no official confirmation. The deployment’s legal under federal authority to protect ICE operations.
What’s California’s deal with opposing this?
Governor Newsom and Mayor Bass are crying foul, saying the National Guard and ICE are “inflammatory.” DHS says their anti-ICE rhetoric is what’s causing the violence. They’re more interested in politics than protecting Americans.
References
- Trump Deploys National Guard to LA Amid Anti-ICE Clashes | AP News
- Trump Orders National Guard to Quell LA ICE Protests | BBC
- Trump Sends 2,000 Troops to LA for ICE Protest Crackdown | The Guardian
- Trump Sends National Guard to LA After ICE Protest Violence | ABC7
- Trump Deploys Troops to Stop LA Immigration Protests | Financial Times
2 Responses
What prompted Trump to deploy the National Guard to Los Angeles?
On June 7, 2025, President Trump signed a memorandum deploying 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles under Title 10 authority, bypassing California Governor Gavin Newsom’s approval. The deployment followed two days of protests sparked by ICE raids that arrested 118 people, including alleged gang members and individuals with criminal histories, across Los Angeles. The White House described protesters as “violent mobs” attacking ICE agents, slashing tires, and defacing federal property, citing a need to protect federal personnel and enforce immigration laws. Clashes in Paramount and Compton, including a car set on fire and projectiles thrown at agents, escalated tensions, prompting the federal response.