LAPD Halts Security for Kamala Harris After Union Criticism

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) has ceased security operations for former Vice President Kamala Harris following backlash from the police union regarding resource allocation. The decision was made public on September 7, 2025.

Harris, a resident of Brentwood, had been receiving protection from LAPD officers since September 1, 2025, after President Trump revoked her Secret Service detail. The LAPD"s involvement was intended to support the California Highway Patrol (CHP) amid growing concerns over crime suppression in the area. However, the police union criticized the move, arguing that taxpayer-funded officers should not be tasked with guarding a “multi-millionaire failed presidential candidate.”

With the LAPD withdrawing its support, the CHP is now solely responsible for Harris"s security as she prepares for an upcoming book tour. This shift raises questions about the allocation of police resources in Los Angeles, particularly in light of rising crime rates.

This development comes amid a broader climate of scrutiny on public safety measures, echoing recent developments in other political arenas, such as Japan’s Prime Minister Ishiba"s resignation after electoral losses, highlighting the ongoing tensions between public service and political accountability.