Trump Decries Los Angeles’s Decline, Promises Action During Army Anniversary Speech

Speaking at Fort Bragg during the 250th anniversary of the US Army, Donald Trump voiced his disapproval of the Los Angeles protests, labeling them an attack on national sovereignty. He painted a bleak picture of the city, contrasting its current state with its past and claiming it is now a ‘trash heap.’ Blaming migration for the city’s problems, Trump vowed to restore safety and cleanliness to Los Angeles. He also condemned California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass for supporting the demonstrators. Recent reports indicate that Trump has sent additional National Guard to Los Angeles in response to the protests and the raids conducted by immigration authorities.