Los Angeles police have declared the ongoing protests as ‘unlawful assembly’ and arrested several individuals. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) has arrested a number of people as protesters rallied for a third day. The demonstrations, which have been ongoing for three consecutive days, have sparked tensions in the city, with law enforcement officials intensifying their presence to manage the situation.
Donald Trump has publicly defended the deployment of the National Guard as a measure to protect ‘law and order.’ His comments have drawn both support and criticism, with some viewing the intervention as necessary to prevent further escalation, while others argue that it raises concerns about the militarization of policing. The situation has also prompted calls for dialogue and peaceful resolution, with community leaders and activists urging for a more inclusive approach to addressing the underlying issues fueling the protests.