Dossier
Olympic security
Coverage of Olympic security in the Nexus archive.
- LAPD on brink of dropping critical training as Olympic security demands come into focus
The LAPD is considering suspending its academy operations for several months after its January 2028 graduating class due to increased Olympic security demands. The proposal was discussed during a recent senior staff meeting.
- LAPD chief warns Olympic security funding and staffing are falling short
Los Angeles Police Department Chief Jim McDonnell warned city leaders that the department lacks sufficient manpower and funding to secure the upcoming Summer Olympic Games. The concern was raised during a City Council Budget and Finance Committee hearing, highlighting potential risks to event safety.