The Trump administration has pulled about 150 members of California’s National Guard from its deployment in Los Angeles to assist with the state’s wildfire fighting efforts.

The U.S. Northern Command said in a statement Tuesday that about 150 Guard troops were released from their mission to protect federal buildings and Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents during enforcement operations in Los Angeles, The Hill reported.

Trump activated approximately 4,000 members of California’s national guard last month, without the approval of Democrat Gov. Gavin Newsom following riots sparked by ICE enforcement efforts in the city. Trump also sent about 700 Marines to Los Angeles to help protect federal property and personnel.

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