Following days of protests over immigration raids and anticipated nationwide demonstrations, US Marines have been deployed to Los Angeles in an unusual domestic military move. The deployment comes as a response to recent events and concerns over potential unrest.

According to Army Major General Scott Sherman, approximately 200 Marines have been assigned to safeguard a federal building in Los Angeles. The total number of Marines authorized for deployment in the city is 700. As of now, neither the Marines nor the National Guard troops in the city have made any temporary detentions.

During a briefing, Sherman clarified that the soldiers are not intended to engage in law enforcement activities. The utilization of active-duty troops during civil disturbances is a rare occurrence in the United States.

The last instance of the military being involved in direct police action was in 1992 when then California governor sought the assistance of President George HW Bush to address the Los Angeles riots following the acquittal of police officers in the Rodney King case. Recently, a court ruling allowed President Trump to maintain the deployment of National Guard troops in Los Angeles.

The decision by the 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals temporarily halted a lower court ruling that had blocked the mobilization. However, this temporary pause does not indicate a final ruling in favor of the administration.

Expressing his gratitude on the Truth Social platform, Trump commented, "We saved LA. Thank you for the Decision!!!" On the other hand, the California Attorney General's office criticized the Trump administration for exceeding its authority and expressed confidence in their case as they prepare to present arguments in court next week.