Journalist Shot, National Guard Deployed Amidst US Protests | JQJO

During protests against mass deportations in Los Angeles, a journalist was struck by a rubber bullet fired by an LAPD officer during a live broadcast. This incident follows another where a British photojournalist required emergency surgery after being hit by similar ammunition. The deployment of the National Guard, ordered by President Trump, who has a history of advocating for violent responses to protests, heightens tensions. The situation is seen within a broader context of Trump's attacks on the media, independent institutions, and minority rights, raising concerns about a potential assault on US democracy.