Trump’s National Guard Uses Tear Gas On U.S. Citizens During Protest

Federal Agents Promise Continued Enforcement in Los Angeles Amid ICE Raids

National Guard deployed as protests erupt over immigration operations

Los Angeles — Tom Homan, the Trump administration’s designated “border czar,” issued a decisive warning over the weekend: U.S. immigration agents will continue daily enforcement actions across Los Angeles, even if local officials like Mayor Karen Bass and Governor Gavin Newsom attempt to intervene.

In an NBC News interview, Homan stated, “We’re going to keep enforcing law every day in L.A. I don’t care if they like it or not.” He stressed that anyone who obstructs federal operations including public officials—could face felony charges.

National Guard Mobilizes

President Trump authorized the federal deployment of 2,000 California National Guard troops, marking the first such use without state consent in 60 years under Title 10. Approximately 300 troops from the 79th Infantry Brigade have already been stationed across federal facilities in Los Angeles.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem defended the deployment, emphasizing that the troops are trained explicitly for crowd control and are meant to ensure peaceful protests and the protection of federal staff.

Protests Escalate

Tensions have flared since ICE launched sweeping raids starting June 6. In Westlake, Paramount, and Compton, federal agents used tear gas, flash-bang grenades, pepper balls, and sponge rounds to disperse protesters—some of whom threw rocks and Molotov cocktails.

LAPD reports at least 11 arrests for failing to disperse, while FBI deputy director Dan Bongino vowed that federal prosecutions will follow for obstructing law enforcement.

Voices of Concern

  • Governor Gavin Newsom described the federal response as “purposefully inflammatory,” warning the deployment may spark further unrest.

  • Mayor Karen Bass echoing concerns, stated that such tactics “sow terror” in immigrant communities and demanded peaceful protest.

  • Rep. Nanette Barragán said the federal presence would “militarize the situation” and predicted escalating tensions.

Meanwhile, House Speaker Mike Johnson defended the possibility of deploying Marines as a deterrent, while Senators James Lankford and Ron Johnson supported National Guard involvement.

What Comes Next

Federal officials, including Homan and FBI leadership, have pledged relentless enforcement and threatened legal consequences for interference. Protest leaders have called for peaceful demonstrations through June 14 in solidarity with Los Angeles communities.

As federal troops remain on high alert across multiple city sites, local and state officials continue to demand de-escalation. Meanwhile, immigrant families and legal observers brace for a confrontation that could redefine local-federal relations—and set a precedent for sanctuary jurisdictions nationwide.

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