Los Angeles burns as immigration raids spark massive protests, National Guard deployed | In pics

Updated On Jun 08, 2025 11:03 pm IST

A rare deployment of National Guard troops was seen in LA early Sunday after an order by Trump, amid violent protests against immigration enforcement raids.

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Amid protests over immigration raids, National Guard troops arrived in Los Angeles early Sunday, ordered by President Trump, overriding Governor Gavin Newsom’s objections. In pic: A firework sent by protesters explodes near by the Los Angeles Sheriff Department officers during immigration protest on June 7, 2025. (AFP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Updated on Jun 08, 2025 11:03 pm IST

Amid protests over immigration raids, National Guard troops arrived in Los Angeles early Sunday, ordered by President Trump, overriding Governor Gavin Newsom’s objections. In pic: A firework sent by protesters explodes near by the Los Angeles Sheriff Department officers during immigration protest on June 7, 2025. (AFP)

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Trump federalised California’s state military to deploy troops, a rare move described by Newsom as “purposefully inflammatory.” In pic: Members of security forces operate during a standoff between police and protesters in LA.(REUTERS) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Trump federalised California’s state military to deploy troops, a rare move described by Newsom as “purposefully inflammatory.” In pic: Members of security forces operate during a standoff between police and protesters in LA.(REUTERS)

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The deployment followed two days of clashes over immigration raids, during which federal agents used tear gas and flash-bang grenades. In pic: A Mexican flag waves as a car burns in flames following multiple detentions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in the Los Angeles County,(REUTERS) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Updated on Jun 08, 2025 11:03 pm IST

The deployment followed two days of clashes over immigration raids, during which federal agents used tear gas and flash-bang grenades. In pic: A Mexican flag waves as a car burns in flames following multiple detentions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in the Los Angeles County,(REUTERS)

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A destroyed car sits on the road during a standoff between police and protesters following multiple detentions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in the Los Angeles County city of Compton, California, on June 7.(REUTERS) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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A destroyed car sits on the road during a standoff between police and protesters following multiple detentions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in the Los Angeles County city of Compton, California, on June 7.(REUTERS)

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Dozens of migrants were arrested in Los Angeles, a city with a significant Latino population, sparking outrage. In pic: A protester holds a Mexican flag during a standoff between police and protesters in the Los Angeles County city of Compton.(REUTERS) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Dozens of migrants were arrested in Los Angeles, a city with a significant Latino population, sparking outrage. In pic: A protester holds a Mexican flag during a standoff between police and protesters in the Los Angeles County city of Compton.(REUTERS)

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Governor Newsom urged peaceful protest, warning, “Federal authorities want a spectacle. Don’t give them one.” In pic: A protester holds a Mexican flag during a standoff between police and protesters following multiple detentions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in the Los Angeles County city of Compton.(REUTERS) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Governor Newsom urged peaceful protest, warning, “Federal authorities want a spectacle. Don’t give them one.” In pic: A protester holds a Mexican flag during a standoff between police and protesters following multiple detentions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in the Los Angeles County city of Compton.(REUTERS)

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Helmeted troops with automatic weapons were seen near LA City Hall ahead of more protests, according to ABC News. In pic: A protester fires a firework during a standoff between police and protesters in LA.(REUTERS) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Helmeted troops with automatic weapons were seen near LA City Hall ahead of more protests, according to ABC News. In pic: A protester fires a firework during a standoff between police and protesters in LA.(REUTERS)

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Members of law enforcement operate during a standoff between police and protesters following multiple detentions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in the Los Angeles County city of Compton, California.(REUTERS) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Members of law enforcement operate during a standoff between police and protesters following multiple detentions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in the Los Angeles County city of Compton, California.(REUTERS)

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Trump signed a memorandum to send 2,000 National Guard troops, later praising them on Truth Social for a “job well done.”(REUTERS) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Trump signed a memorandum to send 2,000 National Guard troops, later praising them on Truth Social for a “job well done.”(REUTERS)

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Clashes intensified overnight, with fires, fireworks, and anti-ICE slogans seen on burned-out vehicles. In pic: A car burns in flames during a standoff between police and protesters following multiple detentions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in the Los Angeles County city of Compton.(REUTERS) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Updated on Jun 08, 2025 11:03 pm IST

Clashes intensified overnight, with fires, fireworks, and anti-ICE slogans seen on burned-out vehicles. In pic: A car burns in flames during a standoff between police and protesters following multiple detentions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in the Los Angeles County city of Compton.(REUTERS)

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Protesters stand next to a burning shopping cart during a standoff between police and protesters following multiple detentions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in the Los Angeles County city of Compton.(REUTERS) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Protesters stand next to a burning shopping cart during a standoff between police and protesters following multiple detentions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in the Los Angeles County city of Compton.(REUTERS)

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Democrats, including Rep Nanette Barragán, accused Trump of targeting peaceful protests for political purposes. In pic: People hold Mexican flags and gesture next to a car in flames.(REUTERS) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Democrats, including Rep Nanette Barragán, accused Trump of targeting peaceful protests for political purposes. In pic: People hold Mexican flags and gesture next to a car in flames.(REUTERS)

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