LA Mayor Declares Curfew Amidst Anti-ICE Protests and Downtown Looting

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass imposed a curfew in downtown Los Angeles on Tuesday, June 11, 2025, in response to escalating anti-ICE protests that led to widespread vandalism and looting. The curfew, which lasted from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., encompassed a one-square-mile area bordered by major freeways. Mayor Bass stated, "I have declared a local emergency and issued a curfew for downtown Los Angeles to stop the vandalism, to stop the looting." The decision followed reports of 23 businesses being looted the previous night. The mayor's announcement also included a warning for non-residents and non-workers to avoid the area, emphasizing that law enforcement would arrest and prosecute curfew violators. The city grappled with the aftermath of the protests, with significant damage to businesses and properties. While the curfew aimed to restore order, the incident underscored the tensions and concerns surrounding the anti-ICE demonstrations.