Trump Orders Troop Deployment as Tensions Rise in LA Protests

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California Governor Gavin Newsom, who is suing the Trump administration, calls the president "dictatorial" and "deranged".

Amid ongoing unrest in Los Angeles, President Trump and California Governor Gavin Newsom have engaged in a war of words on social media.

The Verbal Sparring

Throughout the day, Trump and Newsom have traded barbs online. Here's a summary of their exchanges:

  • Trump's Criticism: Trump called Newsom 'incompetent' and claimed LA would be 'obliterated' without him.
  • Newsom's Response: Newsom hit back after Trump suggested his arrest, calling it a step towards authoritarianism.
  • Threats of Arrest: Trump and his border czar, Tom Homan, have threatened to arrest Newsom and others who obstruct immigration enforcement.
  • Accusations: Trump accused Newsom of inciting riots and spitting in the faces of National Guard members.
  • Newsom's Critique: Newsom labeled Trump's actions as dictatorial and un-American, criticizing the deployment of Marines in LA.
  • Call for Maturity: Newsom urged Trump to 'grow up' and face the consequences of his actions.


Source: BBC
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