US President Donald Trump sends in military to "liberate Los Angeles" amid protests

US President Donald Trump has vowed to "liberate Los Angeles", deploying 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines to quell anti-immigration enforcement unrest. Speaking from Fort Bragg, he blamed gangs and foreign-backed rioters, continuing to insist military force is needed to restore order. Critics, including Mayor Karen Bass, say the move has spread fear among immigrants.

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