LA Curfew: Mass Arrests as Trump's Immigration Crackdown Fuels Protests

Los Angeles Curfew Imposed Amidst Protests Against Trump's Immigration Policies Los Angeles, CA – June 11, 2025 – A downtown curfew was imposed in Los Angeles on Tuesday, June 11, 2025, as protests against President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown entered their fifth day. The decision followed mass arrests by the LAPD and the deployment of the National Guard to protect federal immigration agents. The situation escalated after several groups of protesters gathered inside the designated curfew zone, leading to clashes with law enforcement. "Hundreds have been arrested over the past four days," reported a CTV News correspondent, highlighting the scale of the situation. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass confirmed the curfew, explaining that it only covers a small area of the city. "Law enforcement will arrest individuals who break the curfew, and you will be prosecuted." she stated firmly, underscoring the severity of the situation. President Trump took to social media to criticize California Governor Gavin Newsom for failing to protect ICE officers during the protests, referring to the protesters as "agitators, troublemakers, and/or insurrectionists." The deployment of the National Guard further highlighted the tension between federal and state authorities. At least 378 people were arrested over four days. 700 Marines were standing by just outside of Los Angeles after they were activated to protect federal personnel and property. The curfew is expected to remain in effect for several days. The situation underscores the deep divisions over immigration policy in the United States and the challenges faced by local authorities in managing large-scale protests.