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Newsom Slams Trump's Militarization of Los Angeles

6/21/2025

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California Governor Gavin Newsom condemned President Trump's decision to send National Guard and Marines to Los Angeles, arguing it militarizes neighborhoods and breeds fear. He pointed to recent federal immigration raids that threaten families and due process, urging citizens to stand together against authoritarianism and protect the fragile state of democracy.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom condemned President Trump's decision to send National Guard and Marines to Los Angeles, arguing it militarizes neighborhoods and breeds fear. He pointed to recent federal immigration raids that threaten families and due process, urging citizens to stand together against authoritarianism and protect the fragile state of democracy.