os Angeles, USA – U.S. President Donald Trump has intensified his controversial response to the ongoing protests in Los Angeles, authorizing the deployment of approximately 700 U.S. Marines to the city and doubling the number of National Guard troops to 4,000, according to Al Jazeera English.
The move comes amid growing public unrest over Trump’s hardline immigration policies, which have sparked massive demonstrations in major cities, particularly in California. Protesters accuse the former president of fueling xenophobia and violating human rights.
Trump, however, defended his actions, claiming that federal force is necessary to restore “law and order” and to protect what he described as “America’s sovereign right to control its borders.”
The military deployment has drawn sharp criticism from civil rights groups, elected officials, and international observers, who argue that using active-duty military forces against civilians undermines democratic norms and escalates tensions.
The situation in Los Angeles remains tense, with protests continuing across the city. Human rights organizations have called for restraint and urged the U.S. government to respect the right to peaceful assembly.
Source: Al Jazeera English