LA protests: LAPD says it has made ‘mass arrests’ after mayor issued curfew for downtown – live
The GuardianWednesday, June 11, 2025 at 7:51:49 AM
Los Angeles is under tension as protests and minor disturbances continue overnight, prompting Mayor Karen Bass to impose a curfew in a one-square-mile downtown area from 8 PM to 6 AM. The LAPD reports "mass arrests," though details remain sparse. Meanwhile, former President Trump stirred controversy by falsely claiming protesters were waving foreign flags as part of a "foreign invasion"—a baseless assertion made during a partisan speech.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about a curfew—it’s a snapshot of a city on edge, with law enforcement scrambling to maintain order and political figures amplifying divisions with unsubstantiated claims. The story highlights how local tensions can quickly become national flashpoints, especially in an election year where rhetoric often outweighs facts.
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