President Donald Trump on Monday stirred the already contentious riots in Los Angeles when he advocated for the arrest of California Gov. Gavin Newsom. While addressing reporters, Trump was asked if border czar Tom Homan should follow through on Newsom’s dare to arrest the California governor.

This brazen abuse of power by a sitting President inflamed a combustible situation … putting our people, our officers, and the National Guard at risk,” Newsom said.

Governor Newsom deploys over 800 law enforcement officers to Los Angeles to manage unrest after Trump federalizes the National Guard. California agencies and neighboring jurisdictions unite to ensure public safety.

Negotiations over pausing pay raises and other budget-saving measures between the Legislature, Gov. Gavin Newsom and unions are ongoing.

Both Trump and his "border czar," Tom Homan, have said California officials could face arrest if they're perceived as impeding ICE operations.

Gov. Gavin Newsom of California called on Americans to stand up to President Trump in a nationally televised address.

Demonstrators have "ignited" vehicles in downtown Los Angeles, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. In a statement posted on X, the LAPD said it was "attempting to enter the area to extinguish the fire".

New Jersey gubernatorial candidates Sherrill and Gottheimer condemn President Trump's handling of Los Angeles protests, vowing to protect their own state's residents if elected.