Rep. Wesley Hunt offers federal help for Houston June 14 protest

HOUSTON - Congressman Wesley Hunt wrote a letter to Houston Mayor John Whitmire and Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo warning of protests coming to the city, similar to the one in Los Angeles.

In Los Angeles, violent riots escalated after President Donald Trump deployed National Guard troops to deal with protests that had broken our over ICE raids.

Since then, Trump has authorized the deployment of 4,000 National Guard soldiers to Los Angeles, in addition with 700 U.S. Marines, despite Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom asking the president not to.

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Congressman Hunt spoke one-on-one with FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan.

'We need to get in front of this thing so that we don't see chaos in our own streets, and got to be vigilant and aware of what can happen if we are not prepared. That's all I want to do," said Hunt.

Hunt says he's standing by to secure federal assets if needed.

"I am in contact with the White House almost on a daily basis, so whatever resources we need, we can work that through our office," said Hunt.

U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt offers federal help to Houston

Hunt sent a letter to Houston-area leaders offering "federal help" ahead of potential protests expected to happen on June 14 for NO KINGS.

What they're saying:

"I write to you today in preparation for the demonstrations expected to be held this Saturday, June 14. On Saturday, more than 1,800 riots have been planned at locations across the country, including our city of Houston. This day is projected to be a day of mobilization to protest the current Administration and its immigration policies," Hunt wrote.

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"One thing is clear about these rioters – they want mass destruction. We should take every step necessary to ensure this does not occur in Houston under our watch."

Texas Governor's Office releases statement ahead of possible protests

Andrew Mahaleris, Press Secretary for Texas Governor Greg Abbott, released the following statement ahead of the possible protests on Saturday. "The State of Texas stands ready to deploy all necessary personnel and resources, including Texas Department of Public Safety troopers, to uphold law and order across our state. Peaceful protests are part of the fabric of our nation, but Texas will not tolerate the lawlessness we have seen in Los Angeles. Anyone engaging in acts of violence or damaging property will be swiftly arrested and held accountable to the full extent of the law." 

What is ‘NO KINGS’?

The backstory:

It is a national day of action for mass mobilization in response to the recent immigration raids in Los Angeles which sparked protests.

Protests are expected to take place all over the country.

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A protest is planned for Houston on Saturday at Houston City Hall from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

In the Houston-area, these cities will have demonstrations, according to the Mobilize website:

• League City
• Downtown Houston
• Sugar Land
• Katy
• Cypress
• Kingwood