Trump Activates 2,000 National Guard Soldiers in Los Angeles (1)

The Trump administration has deployed into duty 2,000 National Guard soldiers in California, even as the state’s governor clashes with the White House over using troops to quell protests over the federal immigration crackdown.

US Northern Command said in a statement Wednesday that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is directing the troops to protect federal functions, personnel and property in Los Angeles. US Northern Command said the members won’t conduct law enforcement, and are completing training on “de-escalation, crowd controls and use of the standing rules for use of force” ahead of joining other soldiers.

The activated troops are part of ...