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By Brad Brooks, Jorge Garcia, Idrees Ali and Phil Stewart LOS ANGELES (Reuters) -U.S. Marines were deployed to Los Angeles on Friday, the military said, in a rare domestic use of its forces after days of protests over immigration raids and as nationwide demonstrations were expected on Saturday,
The Marines will take over some duties from the National Guard amid a legal battle between California and the Trump administration over the forces’ deployment.
Los Angeles and cities around the nation are bracing for 'No Kings' protests ahead of Trump's military parade as an appeals court ruling keeps the National Guard under the president's control for now.
The Department of Defense said the 700 Marines from Twentynine Palms will protect federal agents and property with the California National Guard.
Millions of Americans are expected to protest on Saturday in response to President Trump's military parade in Washington, DC, which coincides with his 79th birthday.
As anti-immigration raid protests continue for the sixth day in Los Angeles, a group of 30 regional mayors came together to stand in support and solidarity.
Protesters and police have faced off in Los Angeles, and anti-ICE protests are popping up across the country. Follow for live updates.