Los Angeles: Trump Praises National Guard, Calls for Mask Ban at Protests
President Donald Trump has expressed gratitude to the National Guard for their response to anti-ICE demonstrations in Los Angeles, California, labeling their efforts a “job well done.” In a post on Truth Social, Trump criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, both Democrats, for their handling of the situation. He accused them of incompetence, referencing the recent wildfires and permitting issues in the state.
Trump also announced that masks would no longer be allowed at protests, questioning the motives of those who wear them. “What do these people have to hide, and why???” he asked. The move is seen as a further escalation of tensions between Trump and left-leaning groups. In a recent interview, Trump suggested that the National Guard should consider using force against left-leaning individuals in the US, citing concerns about election disruption ¹.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department has arrested two individuals for alleged assault on law enforcement officers during the protests. One of the suspects allegedly threw a molotov cocktail that struck three deputies. Trump’s praise for the National Guard comes amid growing controversy over the use of force in quelling civil unrest.
