In a surprising turn of events, L.A. Mayor Karen Bass announced that the checkpoints preventing public access to Pacific Palisades would remain, reversing her prior decision to reopen the area. This announcement followed an outcry from residents worried about safety, toxic waste, and looting risks after a recent fire. Despite previously declaring that California National Guard would withdraw from the area, the mayor opted to keep the restrictions in place, with assistance from Governor Gavin Newsom, to better manage public safety and resources through the Los Angeles Police Department and National Guard collaboration.
Just before 8 p.m. Saturday, Mayor Bass announced that checkpoints would remain in place with additional resources from Gov. Newsom in response to resident concerns.
Residents argued that it was too soon to allow wide access, citing worries about toxic pollution, public safety, and potential looting after the fire.
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