Editorial

15:20 JST, June 11, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has deployed U.S. troops within his country in the name of maintaining security. This is extremely unusual and a dangerous decision that could invite new chaos.

Large-scale protests have continued in Los Angeles, Calif., in response to federal authorities’ roundup of undocumented immigrants. Some people rioted and destroyed cars and other property, and the authorities have been trying to suppress them with tear gas sprays and other means.

In light of this situation, Trump first dispatched National Guard troops to the area, saying that he would take strong measures. This was reportedly the first time a president has mobilized the National Guard without a request from the governor since the civil rights movement of 1965.

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