700 Marines leaving Los Angeles mission
Last week the Pentagon announced 2,000 federalized California National Guardsmen were being moved out of Los Angeles and on Monday, the Pentagon is announcing that the 700 active-duty Marines will also be leaving.
The announcement was made by Sean Parnell, the Pentagon's chief spokesman, in a statement provided to ABC News.
"With stability returning to Los Angeles, the Secretary has directed the redeployment of the 700 Marines whose presence sent a clear message: lawlessness will not be tolerated. Their rapid response, unwavering discipline, and unmistakable presence were instrumental in restoring order and upholding the rule of law. We're deeply grateful for their service, and for the strength and professionalism they brought to this mission," Parnell said.

In the wake of the protests against Immigrations and Customs Enforcement raids in the city, 2,000 additional federalized California National Guardsmen will still remain in Los Angeles as part of the deployment to protect federal buildings and personnel.
-ABC News' Luis Martinez







