Deployment of U.S. Marines to Los Angeles in Response to Anti-ICE Riots

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
The Trump administration is sending 700 U.S. Marines to Los Angeles to support California's National Guard in response to anti-ICE riots. The Marines will protect federal buildings and personnel without engaging with the rioters.

Key Points

  • 700 U.S. Marines from the 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Division are being deployed to Los Angeles
  • Marines will not engage with rioters but will protect federal property and personnel
  • Deployment comes after riots against immigration officials erupted
  • President Trump federalized 2,000 National Guardsmen in response to the riots

Pros

  • Enhanced protection for federal buildings and personnel
  • Support for local law enforcement dealing with riots

Cons

  • Criticism from Democrats for federalizing the National Guard
  • Escalation of tensions between federal and state authorities