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Trump Deploys 2,000 Guards Amid Clash with Newsom

6/8/2025

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Trump Deploys Troops

President Trump has deployed 2,000 National Guard troops to California, igniting a fierce clash with Governor Gavin Newsom, who denounces the move as inflammatory. This bold action comes in response to reported violence against federal agents during immigration sweeps in Los Angeles, raising alarm over the military's role in quelling dissent.

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DHS Troops Deploy

The Department of Homeland Security is set to deploy up to 20,000 National Guard troops for immigration enforcement, including nighttime operations and riot control. This bold initiative has ignited legal concerns and backlash from local leaders, as troops may target "sanctuary cities" that resist federal immigration laws, with deployment potentially starting next month.

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Trump Deploys Troops

President Trump has deployed 2,000 National Guard troops to California, igniting a fierce clash with Governor Gavin Newsom, who denounces the move as inflammatory. This bold action comes in response to reported violence against federal agents during immigration sweeps in Los Angeles, raising alarm over the military's role in quelling dissent.

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