California Governor Gavin Newsom has unleashed a fierce condemnation of former President Donald Trump, accusing him of a “brazen abuse of power” amid escalating protests in Los Angeles. Newsom’s remarks come in the wake of shocking federal raids targeting immigrant communities, leaving families torn apart and citizens in fear.

Over the weekend, federal agents conducted large-scale workplace raids across Los Angeles, indiscriminately detaining hard-working immigrant families, including a nine-month pregnant woman and her four-year-old daughter. The aggressive tactics have ignited widespread outrage, prompting thousands of Angelenos to take to the streets in protest. As tensions flared, the situation escalated dramatically, leading to violence and vandalism.

In a blistering response, Newsom announced a lawsuit against the Trump administration, claiming the deployment of 2,000 National Guard members was illegal and reckless. “This is not just about Los Angeles; it’s about democracy itself,” he stated, warning that Trump’s actions threaten the very fabric of American governance. Newsom accused Trump of inflaming an already combustible situation, using militarized force to silence dissent.

As protests intensified, law enforcement responded with tear gas and rubber bullets, further exacerbating the unrest. Newsom emphasized that peaceful protests must be protected and that any violence would be met with accountability. “If you incite violence, you will be held to account,” he declared.

The governor’s urgent plea for unity and peaceful resistance comes as the nation watches closely. “This moment we feared has arrived,” he warned, urging citizens to stand up against the erosion of democratic values. With over 220 arrests already made, the eyes of California—and the nation—are fixed on how this volatile situation will unfold.