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LA riots live updates: 700 Marines deployed as California Governor Gavin Newsom dares Trump to arrest him
US Marines have been deployed to Los Angeles where protesters have set fire to and spat on American flags, as California’s Governor dared Donald Trump to arrest him.
Seven-hundred US Marines have been deployed to Los Angeles where protesters have set fire to and spat on American flags while chanting “burn it down”.
The Trump administration followed through on threats to send Marines to the embattled city late Monday.
They will join 2000 members of the National Guard as well as local and state law enforcement on the ground where protesters are wreaking havoc for a fourth day as they oppose the Federal Government’s arrests of illegal immigrants.
Known for its intense training, the US Marine Corps is a combat-ready force that works closely with the US Navy to launch land assaults, raids and special operations. The National Guard is part of the US Armed Forces Reserve and responds to domestic emergencies.
The Marines reportedly will not engage with protesters but have been sent to protect federal buildings and personnel.
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