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Hans von Spakovsky explains why the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals moved quickly to side with President Trump on control of the National Guard.
The Justice Department claims California's request to limit the federal response to violent riots in Los Angeles would "countermand" the president's lawful military directives.
Newsom tries to stop National Guard from intervening in LA riots, used them to bolster COVID testing
Newsom put out a press release in 2022 where he announced the deployment of the National Guard to support local communities to set up testing facilities for COVID-19.
Armed National Guard troops are accompanying immigration agents as they carry out mass deportation raids on the streets of Los Angeles.
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Residents and experts say the response is reminiscent of a longstanding dynamic in the state and around the country.
Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) defended the Trump administration’s deployment of the National Guard in Los Angeles, arguing it is necessary to “restore civil order” when local police cannot do so on their own.
Former sheriff's deputy Patrick Gipson criticizes Gov. Gavin Newsom and Mayor Karen Bass for handling of LA riots, blaming delayed National Guard deployment and progressive policies.
Pupuseria La Ceiba's Yelp page quickly filled with new five-star reviews, many from people applauding their humanitarian response.