Summary
Dude, you won’t believe it – CNN journalist Jason Carroll got detained by police while he was covering the anti-immigration protests in LA! It’s like you’re making a live painting of a chaotic scene and someone just yanks your brush away. All hell’s breaking loose there, Trump’s even sent in the Marines without the state governor’s consent, it’s like a schoolyard fight but with military forces.
Key Points
– Jason Carroll, a CNN correspondent, was detained by police in Los Angeles while reporting riots live.
– Carroll was not placed under arrest and his hands were not tied. He was barred from returning to the area.
– These protests against immigration enforcement began on Friday and have seen isolated incidents of violence and looting.
– President Trump has deployed 4,000 National Guard troops and active-duty U.S. Marines in response, without California Governor Gavin Newsom’s consent.
– Other journalists, including Lauren Tomasi from 9News and British news photographer Nick Stern, have also been harmed in the protests.
– Governor Newsom is suing the Trump administration, calling for federal troops to leave L.A.
Background
The ongoing protests in Los Angeles were sparked by immigration enforcement policies. Los Angeles County maintains sanctuary policies, with local law enforcement declining to participate in federal civil immigration actions. The protests have escalated, resulting in instances of violence and looting.
Future Implications
The deployment of the National Guard and active-duty Marines by President Trump, without the consent of California’s Governor, is likely to escalate tensions. As Governor Newsom is suing the Trump administration, this could potentially lead to a significant legal battle. The treatment of journalists covering the protests could also raise questions about press freedom and the dangers journalists face while reporting from volatile situations.
