In early June 2025, Los Angeles witnessed a dramatic escalation of civil unrest following a series of aggressive Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids across the city. These raids targeting workplaces such as garment factories, construction sites, and even parking lots were part of President Donald Trump's sweeping plan to deport approximately 3,000 undocumented migrants daily. The crackdown triggered immediate backlash in areas like Paramount, Compton, and Downtown LA, with hundreds of residents, activists, and immigrant families taking to the streets in protest. As protests intensified some turning violent with reports of arson, rock throwing, and the use of tear gas President Trump made a legally controversial move. On June 7, 2025, he federalized California’s National Guard under Title 10 of the U.S. Code and deployed 2,000 troops to Los Angeles without the consent of Governor Gavin Newsom. This was the first time since 1967 that a president activated a state’s National Guard unilaterally, raising significant concerns about executive overreach and the balance of power between state and federal governments. National Guard troops began patrolling key federal buildings in Downtown LA, including the Metropolitan Detention Center. The presence of military personnel in city streets further fueled tensions. Protesters and law enforcement clashed, with reports of flash bang grenades, tear gas, and non lethal projectiles being used. Dozens were arrested, and several injuries were reported, including a journalist who was hit by a rubber bullet. Solidarity protests spread to other California cities, notably San Francisco, where over 60 protesters were arrested. Vice President JD Vance and Senator Markwayne Mullin, praised Trump’s actions as necessary for “law and order.” In contrast, Democratic politicians such as Senator Bernie Sanders, Representative Adam Schiff, and Governor Newsom condemned it as an authoritarian response to constitutionally protected protests. Despite calls for de escalation, the White House has hinted at the possibility of expanding troop deployments to other cities if similar unrest spreads. Meanwhile, community organizations and immigrant rights advocates continue to hold peaceful demonstrations and call for the immediate withdrawal of troops. This incident marks a defining moment in the U.S. immigration debate and state federal relations. If left unchallenged, the use of Title 10 to override state authority could set a precedent for future domestic military interventions. Legal battles are expected to play out in federal courts over the coming months, and the deployment is likely to become a focal point in the 2026 midterm elections. Trump’s supporters see the move as a strong stance on border enforcement, while opponents view it as a dangerous encroachment on civil liberties and democratic norms.