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Pentagon Orders Removal of 2,000 National Guard Troops From Los Angeles

Pentagon officials say lawlessness in Los Angeles has subsided under the federal protection mission.

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Members of the California National Guard stand by as thousands participate in the No Kings demonstration in downtown Los Angeles on June 14, 2025.
A demonstrator raises his hand holding flowers as members of the National Guard stand in formation outside a federal building during the No Kings protest against U.S. President Donald Trump's policies, in Los Angeles, California, U.S., June 14, 2025. REUTERS/Daniel Cole/File Photo

Overview

  • Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered 2,000 California National Guard troops released from the federal protection mission in Los Angeles.
  • Approximately 2,000 Guardsmen and about 700 Marines remain deployed under Title 10 authority to protect federal facilities and assist ICE agents.
  • Governor Gavin Newsom and Mayor Karen Bass sued to block the deployment and won an initial district court ruling before the 9th Circuit reinstated federal control.
  • Federalized troops are authorized to detain individuals who threaten federal personnel or property but cannot carry out arrests.
  • Mayor Karen Bass credited sustained peaceful protests and legal action for prompting the partial troop withdrawal.