Trump calls off deployment of federal agents to San Francisco

President Trump cancelled a planned surge of federal agents into San Francisco after speaking with Mayor Daniel Lurie. Lurie conveyed that while partnerships to combat drugs are welcome, militarized immigration enforcement would hinder the city's recovery. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem confirmed the deployment would not proceed after Lurie's assurance. Trump cited appeals from influential figures who believe in San Francisco's future as a reason for the reversal. Despite this, concerns remain about potential deployments in other Bay Area cities, particularly Oakland, where agents are already present. The specific agencies involved and their alternative deployment locations remain unclear, creating uncertainty for community leaders. Protesters attempted to block U.S. Border Patrol agents from entering a Coast Guard base, resulting in a confrontation. Local officials are taking measures to protect immigrants and protesters, with some considering barring immigration operations on public lands. Community patrols and vigils are being organized in response to the federal agents presence. Mayor Lurie stated that there's a plan in place that can be activated at any moment should the need arise.