Public Safety
Removal of Commissioner Benjamin Alba
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Last discussed Aug 11, 2026.
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OpposedIsabel RiosAug 11, 2026
Demanded the council remove Commissioner Benjamin Alba, detailing the November 2025 traffic stop in which Diego Rios died after Alba used a chokehold and prone restraint, ruled a homicide by the LA County medical examiner.
City Council Meeting — August 11, 2026 · 27:31 →OpposedJohnAug 11, 2026
Also called for Alba's immediate removal, arguing he escalated force against a compliant Diego Rios during a mental health call and was promoted to commissioner months after the killing.
City Council Meeting — August 11, 2026 · 30:23 →