Mass Protests and Curfew Imposed in Los Angeles Amid Nationwide Unrest
Protests have erupted in Los Angeles and across the United States, leading to hundreds of arrests as demonstrators defy a newly imposed curfew. In downtown LA, over 200 arrests were reported during the first night of the curfew, which was enacted by Mayor Bass in response to looting, vandalism, and ongoing anti-ICE demonstrations. The situation has drawn additional law enforcement support, including the deployment of 700 Marines to help control the unrest. Following calls from local leaders and the rapidly evolving protests, authorities are enforcing curfews across various areas to restore order. Tensions remain high as local business owners express frustration over the violence and chaos caused by the protests, with widespread reports of looting occurring while police focus on managing the demonstrations.
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