Democratic governors, aside from Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA), are being challenged by President Donald Trump and immigration politics, as protests across the nation crop up. The blue-state governors, many of whom are possible 2028 presidential contenders,

President Trump has said the city would be burning without military intervention, but the protests have been confined to a relatively small area.

The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles, a non-profit working to advance human and civil rights of immigrants, is facing federal investigation and criticism from state lawmakers over its possible involvement in immigration protests. The group has denied accusations of wrongdoing.

Customs and Border Patrol confirmed it is providing "aerial support" to law enforcement efforts during the protests.

Hundreds of protesters gathered outside the San Francisco Immigration Court at 100 Montgomery Street to oppose President Donald Trump 's aggressive deportation plans after Immigration and Customs Enforcement ( ICE) arrested multiple immigrants at the downtown courtroom, NBC Bay Area first reported.

Unions have backed immigrant rights in California and have been on the forefront of resisting the Trump administration’s deportations.

At a peaceful vigil in downtown Los Angeles, interfaith community leaders came together for prayer, support and healing.

Since the start of the protests, the Los Angeles Police Department has arrested 385 people, USA Today reported on Wednesday.