The Police Department has faced harsh criticism that its officers responded to attacks from a small group of agitators by using force against the larger crowd of protesters.

The LAPD’s Metro Mounted Platoon focuses on “crime prevention, crowd management, and handling demonstrations.” But its recent deployments have prompted accusations of excessive force.

LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell, under fire from City Hall, is praised for balancing federal ties while refusing to aid in immigration raids during DTLA unrest.

Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) Chief Jim McDonnell pushed back on President Trump’s characterization of his past statements about National Guard deployment, saying he would not have ...

After days of confrontations among protesters and immigration agents, some observers wonder whether police involvement constitutes cooperation with federal authorities.

Officials at the Los Angeles Police Department said Monday that despite violent demonstrations, local police can handle whatever protesters throw at them and that additional federal help is ...

LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell Says, 'Violence I Have Seen is Disgusting,' Recounting Attacks on Cops originally appeared on L.A. Mag. Newly appointed Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell listens ...

LAPD chief calls protest violence “disgusting,” says feds failed to alert police ahead of raids that sparked mayhem across L.A.

LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell says department is 'well prepared' to handle ICE protests; has a 'great working relationship' with the National Guard.

Photos: LAPD adds to ranks with 16 Police Academy graduates The graduates are a diverse group of 13 men and three women. Of those, 13 are Hispanic, two are Black and one is white.