India, June 10 -- The US military on Monday confirmed that hundreds of active-duty US Marines are to be deployed in Los Angeles, the city witnessing violent protests against government immigration raids and deportations.

Meanwhile, Trump is threatening to send additional troops to the city to quell the protest, which sparked off over the weekend.

U.S. Northern Command said it has activated the Marine infantry battalion that was placed in an alert status over the weekend.

"Approximately 700 Marines with 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division will seamlessly integrate with the Title 10 forces under Task Force 51 who are protecting federal personnel and federal property in the greater Los Angeles area," U.S. Northern Command said...