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flag LA City Council approves $3M to hire 410 new officers, boosting LAPD to 8,555 by year-end.

flag The Los Angeles City Council approved $3 million in funding to hire and train 410 new police officers for the 2025-26 fiscal year, bringing the LAPD’s force to about 8,555 officers by year’s end. flag The funding, drawn from LAPD accounts and unused city funds, follows earlier allocations and aims to offset retirements and staffing shortfalls. flag Mayor Karen Bass and LAPD leaders emphasized the need for sustained police presence amid public safety concerns and upcoming international events. flag The move resolves a months-long dispute over staffing, though officials acknowledge long-term funding challenges remain.

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