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Ban on gatherings in Los Angeles: Security situation escalates dramatically!
On June 9, 2025, Los Angeles imposed a ban on gatherings due to escalating protests and the deployment of the National Guard.
Ban on gatherings in Los Angeles: Security situation escalates dramatically!
The situation in Los Angeles worsened dramatically on June 9, 2025. Security authorities have imposed a ban on gatherings in the city center to control the ongoing protests. This ban was imposed due to the violent riots that occurred around the demonstrations over the weekend. Police Chief Jim McDonnell reported that there were only a few largely peaceful protests downtown as of early Sunday evening, but they were marred by violent incidents. These confrontations resulted in 56 arrests, and McDonnell warned that number could rise in the future.
A decisive factor in the escalation of the situation was US President Donald Trump's order to deploy the National Guard and the regular military to provide support. Trump explained that these measures were intended to quickly combat the unrest. Sen. James Lankford (R-Okla.) made it clear that the focus is on quickly restoring order. He told NBC News that it would not be a long-winded affair and noted that active-duty Marines from Camp Pendleton are also on standby should violence continue to rise.
Political reactions and legal actions
California Governor Gavin Newsom accused the Trump administration of deliberately provoking the escalation of protests. He announced that the US state would file a lawsuit against the federal government to challenge the decision. Newsom's criticism makes particular reference to the security situation in Los Angeles and the role of the National Guard, which is being used to combat civil unrest.
The National Guard, a paramilitary organization made up of volunteers, reservists and conscripts, has historically been tasked with providing support in internal operations. In the United States, the National Guard was founded in 1903 and consists of the Army National Guard and the Air National Guard. These units specialize in dealing with domestic crisis situations, unlike regular armed forces such as the Army, Air Force and Navy.
The consequences for the affected region
Police Chief McDonnell described the situation in Los Angeles as “out of control” and emphasized the need to take clarifying measures to restore public order. The alert in the region ensures that the police are supported in order to get the demonstrations under control and find a peaceful solution. Meanwhile, the protests and their underlying causes continue to be intensely debated and may have long-term impacts on social conditions in California and beyond.