In a powerful address, Governor Gavin Newsom condemned President Trump's recent decision to deploy the National Guard in Los Angeles without state consent, labeling it an act of authoritarianism. His speech emphasized the danger this poses to democracy, asserting that such unilateral military actions only exacerbate tensions amidst ongoing protests. Newsom recounted distressing incidents involving ICE agents, highlighting their aggressive tactics that resulted in community fear and disruption. At the same time, he underscored the importance of a united response to these challenges, hinting at his presidential ambitions for 2028.
Trump, without consulting California leaders, commandeered 2,000 of our state's National Guard members to deploy on our streets illegally and for no reason. This brazen abuse of power by a sitting president enflamed a combustible situation, putting our people, our officers and even our National Guard at risk.
Families separated, friends quite literally disappearing. The actions taken by ICE agents have led to an environment of fear and uncertainty in our community, fueling the protests.
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