California officials are preparing to sue President Trump over the deployment of National Guard troops in Los Angeles, citing violations of the state’s sovereignty. Governor Gavin Newsom condemned the presence of troops as both “illegal and immoral,” sparking a legal battle over the federalization of the California National Guard without the governor’s request. The lawsuit seeks to challenge Trump’s escalation of troop numbers in response to immigration protests, which officials argue was unnecessary and led to growing unrest.

In Los Angeles, protests erupted following the arrest of labor leader David Huerta, with demonstrators criticizing Trump and Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The city experienced a tense atmosphere with fire damage, debris, and clashes between protesters and law enforcement. Australian and British journalists were injured by nonlethal rounds while covering the events, highlighting the intensity of the situation.

California officials, including Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, expressed concerns about the potential for further federal immigration raids inciting chaos. Newsom accused Trump of fueling tensions and warned of possible National Guard activations in other states if left unchallenged. ICE officials defended their actions, emphasizing enforcement of immigration laws and readiness to arrest law-breaking protesters.

The standoff between California and the Trump administration underscores the deep divisions over immigration policy and federal-state relations, with political leaders trading criticisms and accusations amidst ongoing protests and legal challenges.