LA Councilwoman Hernandez Criticized for Hypocrisy on Police Funding

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An investigation by The California Post revealed that despite Eunisses Hernandez's public stance against police funding, the Los Angeles City Councilwoman used 13 armed LAPD officers to provide security for an event she hosted at City Hall last September, costing the city nearly $135,000 in overtime pay. This hypocrisy is similar to that of former Congresswoman Cori Bush, who also called for police defunding while spending lavishly on private security.

Why it matters

This case highlights the disconnect between the rhetoric of some politicians who call for abolishing or defunding the police, and their willingness to use taxpayer-funded law enforcement resources to protect their own interests. It raises questions about the sincerity of their positions and whether they are truly acting in the best interests of the communities they serve.

The details

Hernandez, who is running for re-election in District 1, has previously voted against city budgets over police funding and the use of LAPD officers for council events. However, her office arranged for 13 armed LAPD officers to provide security for a celebration of Mexican Independence Day at City Hall last September, costing the city nearly $135,000 in overtime pay.

• Hernandez's event took place in September 2026.
• Hernandez has previously voted against police funding and the use of LAPD officers for council events.

What’s next

Hernandez's use of LAPD officers for her event is likely to be a campaign issue as she runs for re-election in District 1.