Waymo Suspends Downtown LA Service Amid Widespread Protests and Clashes
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Waymo has suspended its autonomous ride-hailing service in downtown Los Angeles after several of its vehicles were set on fire during protests against immigration raids and ICE activity, with the company working with law enforcement and not believing its vehicles were targeted intentionally. The protests, which escalated after the deployment of National Guard troops, have led to vandalism of various vehicles, including Lime e-scooters, and have impacted the company's operations in the area.
- Waymo halts service in downtown Los Angeles amid ICE protests Los Angeles Times
- Waymo Driverless Taxis Become Protesters’ New Favorite Target WSJ
- Waymo Limits Service in San Francisco as LA Protests Spread The New York Times
- In pictures: Burning cars and tear gas in LA protests CNN
- Fireworks set off amid clashes in downtown LA ABC7 Los Angeles
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