Tensions Rise Ahead of Trump's Military Parade Amid Protests and Deployments
As Trump prepares for a military parade, protests erupt across the nation, with significant troop deployments in Los Angeles to manage escalating violence.

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Overview
Trump has warned that any protesters disrupting his military parade will face heavy force.
Nearly 5,000 troops, including National Guard and Marines, have been deployed to Los Angeles to manage ongoing protests and violence.
Riots in Los Angeles have resulted in burning cars, looting, and assaults on police, sparked by federal immigration raids.
California has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over its efforts to federalize the National Guard.
Critics of Trump are organizing 'No Kings Day' protests across 1,800 communities, coinciding with his military parade and 79th birthday.
Analysis
Emphasizes the significant taxpayer cost of the military parade, estimated at $40 million.