Archive · 21 Jun 2025
Vance Visits Los Angeles Amid Protests; Newsom Seeks Aid Talks
Vice President JD Vance visited Los Angeles on Friday while ICE was conducting raids and people were protesting.
He toured a federal center and met with military leaders.
A court decided that Trump can still control the National Guard.
The Attorney General of California said it was disappointing but the fight continues.
Governor Newsom wants Vance to talk to Trump about helping people who lost their homes in the wildfires and making sure they get disaster relief.
JD Vance visited Los Angeles on Friday amid ICE raids and protests.
Vance toured a Federal Joint Operations Center and met with leadership.
The Ninth Circuit Court ruled Trump can continue to control the National Guard.
California Attorney General Bonta called the court ruling disappointing.
Governor Newsom urged Vance to discuss wildfire aid with Trump.
- Who
- JD Vance, Gavin Newsom, Rob Bonta, and Donald Trump.
- What
- JD Vance's visit to Los Angeles amid ICE raids, protests, and discussions on National Guard control and disaster aid.
- When
- Vance visited Los Angeles on Friday.
- Where
- Los Angeles, California.
- Why
- For a tour, meetings, and discussions regarding troop control and aid.
Newsom's Stance
Trump Administration's Stance
Disaster Aid
Newsom's Stance
Newsom seeks to secure disaster relief for California.
Trump Administration's Stance
Trump administration may place conditions on disaster aid.
Control of National Guard
Newsom's Stance
State officials seek to maintain control over the National Guard.
Trump Administration's Stance
Federal government, under Trump, aims to retain control of the National Guard.
- Key Figures
- JD Vance, Gavin Newsom, Donald Trump, Rob Bonta
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Event
- Vice Presidential Visit
- Context
- ICE raids, Protests, Court Ruling on National Guard
- Relevant Issues
- Disaster Aid, Troop Control
