Trump says would be 'great thing' if Homan arrests Newsom: 'I would do it'
Briefly

President Trump suggested that it would be a 'great thing' if Border Czar Tom Homan arrested California Governor Gavin Newsom, prompting a strong rebuttal from Newsom. The governor denounced the idea as a dangerous line crossed, indicating a step towards authoritarianism. Trump described protestors as 'professional agitators' and insurrectionists, claiming they belong in jail. He defended his decision to deploy the National Guard to Los Angeles while stating Newsom and Mayor Bass should express more gratitude for federal help, which they argued escalated tensions instead.
President Trump labeled demonstrators as 'professional agitators' and insurrectionists, advocating jail for them while arguing that officials like Newsom should show gratitude for federal assistance.
Newsom reacted strongly, stating that Trump's call for his arrest marks a dangerous precedent in American democracy, regardless of political affiliation, hinting at authoritarian overreach.
Read at ABC7 Los Angeles
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