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Trump Sends 4,700 Troops to Tame LA Riots

6/12/2025

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In response to escalating riots in Los Angeles tied to his immigration policies, President Trump has dispatched 700 Marines and 4,000 National Guards, who are currently undergoing nonlethal training. With a hefty price tag of $134 million, this deployment aims to restore peace, while Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticizes Trump for fueling the unrest.

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In response to escalating riots in Los Angeles tied to his immigration policies, President Trump has dispatched 700 Marines and 4,000 National Guards, who are currently undergoing nonlethal training. With a hefty price tag of $134 million, this deployment aims to restore peace, while Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticizes Trump for fueling the unrest.