Los Angeles, Marines and LA protests
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Elizabeth Mendoza watched nervously as demonstrators protesting President Donald Trump’s immigration raids and policies clashed with police outside of her Compton restaurant, Restaurante Y Pupuseria La Ceiba.
Large crowds gathered near a federal detention center in downtown Los Angeles Friday protesting immigration raids that had taken place throughout the city.
Military commander says 200 Marines moved into Los Angeles to protect federal property and personnel
The development comes a day after an appeals court temporarily blocked a judge’s order that directed President Trump to return control of the California National Guard.
The bill would enable community raids, targeted removals and widespread detention camps that sweep up U.S. citizens and the undocumented alike.
Customs and Border Patrol confirmed it is providing "aerial support" to law enforcement efforts during the protests.
Actor John Leguizamo is among the celebrities who've commented on the protests, saying that "protesting is as American as apple pie."
Since the start of the protests, the Los Angeles Police Department has arrested 385 people, USA Today reported on Wednesday.
The downtown curfew encircles the downtown civic center, including City Hall, the main county criminal courthouse, LAPD headquarters and federal buildings.