• Mayor Karen Bass lifted the nighttime curfew in downtown Los Angeles.
• The reduction follows a decrease in violence and vandalism during protests.
• LAPD maintained a strong presence during the unrest, making numerous arrests.
• The curfew was imposed in response to federal immigration raids that sparked protests.
• Bass indicated readiness to reinstate curfews if necessary, ensuring public safety.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass lifted the city’s curfew on Tuesday, which had been in place for a week due to protests against immigration enforcement activities. The decision marks a significant shift following a reduction in violent acts and vandalism associated with the protests, which were characterized as chaotic and at times violent, prompting the initial curfew on June 10. “The curfew, coupled with ongoing crime prevention efforts, have been largely successful in protecting stores, restaurants, businesses and residential communities,” Bass stated in a press release, underscoring that she is prepared to re-issue a curfew if needed to ensure safety, according to latimes, latimes, thehill, reuters, scmp, and indiatimes.

The curfew, originally set from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., was adjusted to begin at 10 p.m. before being fully lifted on Tuesday. Recent nights saw a marked decrease in arrests—Sunday reported no arrests—indicating a calming effect in the area. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) highlighted that overall arrests related to protest activities totaled 575, with incidents of violence prompting a significant police presence. “The LAPD will maintain a strong presence in the area to protect lives, uphold the right to lawful assembly, and safeguard property,” stated LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell, reflecting law enforcement's ongoing commitment to community safety, according to thehill, reuters, scmp, and indiatimes.

The unrest initially stemmed from protests against President Trump's immigration policies, which led to a significant backlash and calls for reform. This included demonstrations in response to the deployment of 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines to Los Angeles amid heightened tensions. Bass criticized these federal actions, indicating that Trump’s emergency measures may have exacerbated local unrest. “Every day that this order remains in effect it is causing harm for our nation's broader democratic tradition,” remarked one local official, signaling concerns over federal intervention in local matters, according to reuters and indiatimes.