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Operation Excalibur Faces Backlash Over Disruption in MacArthur Park

7/9/2025

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In a swift 24-minute operation at MacArthur Park, federal agents targeted illegal activities tied to MS-13, dubbed Operation Excalibur. However, the poorly coordinated mission drew sharp criticism from local officials, including Mayor Karen Bass, who deemed it unnecessary and disruptive, echoing the frustrations of the military personnel involved.

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Story summary

In a swift 24-minute operation at MacArthur Park, federal agents targeted illegal activities tied to MS-13, dubbed Operation Excalibur. However, the poorly coordinated mission drew sharp criticism from local officials, including Mayor Karen Bass, who deemed it unnecessary and disruptive, echoing the frustrations of the military personnel involved.