Sending active-duty Marines to assist with immigration enforcement is unusual and raises concerns about militarizing domestic policy. Critics worry it could escalate tensions, while supporters argue it’s needed to manage border security. Either way, this signals a more aggressive approach to immigration—one that’s bound to stir up political and legal challenges.

Pete Hegseth tells House subcommittee that troops are needed to ‘enforce immigration law’

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced questions from a House subcommittee about the controversial deployment of Marines to Los Angeles, arguing that the troops are necessary to help enforce immigration laws. The move has sparked debate over the military's role in domestic affairs.

US defence secretary defends deployment of Marines in LA

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