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This morning, Mayor Bass and public safety leaders will outline plans ahead of this weekend’s protests.
Resources are being redeployed to keep Angelenos safe.

Mayor Bass:
“Violence and vandalism are unacceptable. Protestors and police must be protected.”

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L.A. Mayor Karen Bass is on MSNBC right now, explaining that the military was unnecessary and inflammatory.

“I don’t think there is a crisis happening here at all.”

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Heather Cox Richardson 5/9/2025
Trap The BBB “gives the government the resources to do this in dozens of cities at once. So if you don't like what's happening in LA, it's coming to your town if the bill passes.”

Heather Cox Richardson 5/9/2025

Trap The BBB “gives the government the resources to do this in dozens of cities at once.

Today Mayor Bass reminded protesters that “LA has a proud history of peaceful protests for immigrants rights.” She called for them to “continue that legacy—don’t fall into the Trump Administration’s trap. Protest peacefully. Looting and vandalism will not be tolerated.” She added: “Trump didn't inherit a crisis—he created one. To those stoking the fire of lawlessness and chaos alongside him—LA will hold you accountable.” Observers today said the L.A. protests, most of which take place within a five-block radius, are overwhelmingly peaceful, characterized by Tejano music and celebrations of local culture.

This afternoon, a government official told Reuters that it is deploying about 700 Marines to Los Angeles until Wednesday. Senator Chris Murphy (D- CT) said: "Here's what you need to know about what's going on in Los Angeles. The state and city have the means to control the protests. Donald Trump is getting involved to intentionally make the situation more violent. And potentially to create a pretext for some sort of martial law.”

David Dayen of The American Prospect posted: “The correct way to connect the authoritarian presence in LA and the Big Beautiful Bill is that the bill gives the government the resources to do this in dozens of cities at once. So if you don't like what's happening in LA, it's coming to your town if the bill passes.”

Mayor Bass Responds to Immigration Raids & Unrest

Mayor Bass is actively monitoring federal immigration operations in L.A. and reports of unrest in areas like Paramount. She’s been in direct contact with D.C. officials, LAPD, labor, and immigrant rights leaders.

“This is a difficult time. As we recover from disaster, fear is rising. Protest is a right—but violence and destruction will not be tolerated.”

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Mayor Karen Bass on Trump deploying National Guard to L.A.:

“Deploying federal troops after raids is a chaotic escalation. Fear is real in our neighborhoods. I urge protestors to remain peaceful. L.A. stands with all who call this city home.”

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Tomorrow, Mayor Bass is set to announce a new exec order to boost film jobs in L.A. 🎬

Easier shoots, lower cost, more access to iconic spots like Griffith & the Port 📍
She’s also pushing for bigger state tax credits to keep productions in Cali 💵

#FilmLA #MayorBass #Hollywood

Today
Mayor Bass will participate in the Metro Ad Hoc 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games Committee as she continues the urgent work to prepare Los Angeles to welcome the world for the coming major sporting events.

#LA2028 #Olympics #Paralympics #MayorBass #MetroLA #LosAngeles