Pentagon pulls 700 US Marines from Los Angeles as backlash over deployment continues

Pentagon pulls 700 US Marines from Los Angeles as backlash over deployment continues

The Pentagon has announced the withdrawal of 700 US Marines from Los Angeles, ending a controversial deployment ordered by President Donald Trump in response to protests over immigration raids, despite strong opposition from California’s governor and city officials.

Members of the California National Guard stand outside the Edward R Roybal federal building after their deployment by US President Donald Trump, in response to protests against immigration sweeps, in Los Angeles, California, US June 8, 2025. File Image/Reuters