Tension grips Los Angeles as protests turn violent.
California Governor Gavin Newsom slams Trump’s decision to send National Guard troops. Newsom says it’s illegal and will escalate the situation.
Newsom tweeted that the LAPD already had the protests under control. He urged people to stay calm and not give in to violent groups.
Protests continue in downtown LA, with clashes between police and demonstrators. Several cars have been set on fire, and roads are closed.
The BBC reports hearing flash bombs and seeing cars ablaze. A key highway is partially closed due to the unrest.
Governor Newsom told MSNBC that Trump’s move is unconstitutional. He plans to sue the federal government.
Normally, the National Guard can only be deployed with the governor’s request. But Trump cited a US law that lets the president use the Guard in special cases. The law’s legitimacy is now being questioned.
Source: BBC