NEIGHBORHOOD POLITICS

Left: Homeless encampment at 1900 S. Maryland St., April 11 at noon. Right: Aftermath of a major fire at the same site, April 12 at 7:45 a.m.

 Local catches on camera the tagging of Robert Graham sculpture in Venice, CA

Handmade signs poking fun at Trump and Musk accentuated the rally’s “Hands Off!” theme, as Hans Johnson, president of East Area Progressive Democrats (EAPD), emceed the event, led rhythmic chants of “Hands Off Social Security!” and introduced 15 elected officials and special guests.