Protests took place in pockets across Los Angeles over several days after the Trump administration stepped up immigration control efforts in the city. In an unprecedented move, U.S. President Donald Trump deployed National Guard troops,

Protests erupted in L.A. after federal immigration raids, prompting Trump to deploy National Guard troops and sparking clashes with police.

As the president increases the military presence in their city, many protesters feel it is a crucial time to speak out. Here are some of their stories.