• Gavin Newsom delivered a speech asserting democracy is under attack by Trump.
• Over 4,000 National Guard troops were deployed to manage protests in Los Angeles.
• Newsom described Trump's actions as "authoritarianism" and part of a broader threat.

In a televised address, California Governor Gavin Newsom warned that democracy is under attack due to President Trump's recent military intervention in Los Angeles. Newsom stated that the president's decision to send troops to manage protests against federal immigration raids represents a serious threat to the nation's legal norms and democracy itself. "The moment we've feared has arrived," he declared, calling this a "perilous moment" for democracy and urging citizens to reflect on the situation, according to The New York Times.

Newsom accused Trump of instigating a much larger campaign to upend political and cultural values in the country. He asserted that Trump's deployment of National Guard and Marine troops is not merely a law enforcement response, but rather a calculated effort to concentrate power in the White House. "California may be first, but it clearly won’t end here," Newsom warned. He emphasized that this could lead to further assaults on democracy across the United States, as reported by SFGate and Le Monde.

Amid ongoing protests in Los Angeles, which have sparked both local and national demonstrations, Newsom claimed that Trump's actions exemplify a shift towards authoritarianism rather than legitimate law enforcement. During the speech, he characterized these developments as part of a broader "war" against foundational democratic principles, stating, "What we're witnessing is not law enforcement – it’s authoritarianism." His remarks seek to position him as a protector of democratic values, enhancing his visibility as a potential 2028 presidential candidate, according to The New York Times, SFGate, and Le Monde.