This move signals a shift in how the federal government is handling protest-related military presence. While the reduction suggests a de-escalation, the remaining troops indicate ongoing concerns about federal property security. It’s a balancing act between easing tensions and maintaining safeguards.

Sent by Trump administration to quash LA protests, remaining 250 guards will stay to protect federal assetsThe Pentagon will remove 1,350 national guard troops from Los Angeles originally sent to the state by the Trump administration to deal with protests over its immigration policies.Pete Hegseth, the defense secretary, ordered the national guard members to leave this week. A remaining 250 troops will stay put to protect federal personnel and property, according to the statement attributed to Sean Parnell, chief Pentagon spokesperson. <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jul/31/national-guard-withdrawal-los-angeles">Continue reading...</a>

The Pentagon has ordered 1,350 National Guard troops to leave Los Angeles, where they were deployed by the Trump administration to handle protests against immigration policies. Only 250 troops will remain to protect federal assets. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth directed the withdrawal this week.

Pentagon orders removal of 1,350 national guard troops from Los Angeles

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