After Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth ordered the withdrawal of National Guard troops from Los Angeles, Mayor Karen Bass called it “a victory."


Key FactsNational Guard Troops Withdraw from Los Angeles
22 hours ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: seattletimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: seattletimes.com
- The Pentagon ended the deployment of 2,000 National Guard soldiers in Los Angeles amid immigration crackdown protests.
- Approximately 4,000 National Guard members and 700 Marines had been stationed in the city since early June.
- California Governor Gavin Newsom opposed the deployment and legally challenged the federal government's authority.
- Los Angeles Mayor praised the troop withdrawal, attributing it to peaceful protests and unified community efforts.
This happened because the people of Los Angeles stood united and stood strong. We organized peaceful protests, we came together at rallies, we took the Trump administration to court — all of this led to today’s retreat.— Mayor Karen Bass in a statement regarding the withdrawal of the National Guard.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth ordered the removal of 2,000 National Guard troops who were mobilized in response to protests in Los Angeles last month over ... Show more


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Key FactsNational Guard Troops in LA Reduced by Half
22 hours ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
- President Trump activated the National Guard on June 7 following violent protests in Los Angeles.
- Deployment expanded to over 4,000 troops to manage unrest linked to immigration raids.
- Approximately 2,000 soldiers from the 79th Infantry Brigade are now being withdrawn, with nearly 1,900 remaining active.
- Local officials condemn the operation as politically driven and urge a complete troop withdrawal.
This happened because the people of Los Angeles stood united and stood strong.— Mayor Karen Bass in a statement regarding the decision to release National Guard troops.
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Key FactsShocking Double Homicide Rocks US Entertainment Industry
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
- Robin Kaye, a longtime producer for 'American Idol,' and her husband were discovered dead from multiple gunshot wounds at their Encino residence.
- A 22-year-old neighbor, Raymond B., was arrested as the suspect, with no known ties to the victims identified so far.
- Authorities responded to a possible break-in at the same property four days prior, suspecting the intruder entered through an unlocked door.
- Investigations continue amid widespread shock in the entertainment community and expressions of grief from 'American Idol.'
We are shocked by the death of Robin and her dear husband Tom. Robin was a cornerstone of the 'Idol' family since 2009 and was truly loved and respected by everyone who came in contact with her. Robin will forever remain in our hearts, and we share our deepest condolences with her family and friends during this difficult time.— A spokesperson for 'American Idol' regarding the death of Robin Kaye and her husband.
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Key FactsCalifornia Governor Condemns Trump’s Military Actions
1 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rollingstone.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rollingstone.com
- Governor Gavin Newsom condemned the June deployment of National Guard troops and mounted federal officers in Los Angeles that frightened children at a summer camp.
- Newsom criticized Trump’s immigration policies, highlighting the harmful effects of ICE raids on small businesses in immigrant communities.
- The governor condemned Trump’s derogatory language and urged political leaders to demonstrate better conduct.
- A federal judge temporarily blocked racial profiling in immigration arrests, a decision Newsom called a victory for justice.
Justice prevailed today.— Gavin Newsom following a ruling that temporarily blocked federal agents from using racial profiling to make indiscriminate immigration arrests.
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