Why does Trump call LA protests a 'rebellion'? DHS official responds
Why does Trump call LA protests a 'rebellion'? DHS official responds  
Podcast: Trump's Terms
Published On: Wed Jun 11 2025
Description: Tricia McLaughlin, assistant secretary for public affairs at the Department of Homeland Security, tells NPR's Steve Inskeep why the administration sent the National Guard and U.S. Marines to LA. Support NPR and hear every episode of Trump's Terms sponsor-free with NPR+. Sign up at plus.npr.org.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy