The projectile became embedded in the British photojournalist’s thigh, causing “an open wound,” the claim says.

The commission’s announcement came just one day after a lawsuit was filed accusing LAPD officers of using excessive force on journalists during the protests.

Hochman will be joined by U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli and California Highway Patrol Southern Division Chief Chris Margaris for a 10 a.m. news conference to discuss the new charges.

While tensions escalate as protests against ICE continue to grip major cities, "No Kings" demonstrations are underway across the U.S.

Sergio Espejo, 33, a data engineer, claims a flashbang device struck him and detonated during the "No Kings" protest in DTLA, resulting in the loss of a finger.

With migrant communities already living in fear amid the Trump administration's immigration crackdown, ICE raids in downtown Los Angeles sparked days of protests.

Business owners and residents in Los Angeles say that U.S. President Donald Trump sending in the National Guard and Marines is 'bad for business' in today's newsletter, as World Cup fans fret over his administration's aggressive immigration policies.

The hearing comes after the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals granted a request by the administration last week to temporarily pause a lower court order.

The District Attorney also announced charges against 4 others accused of inciting violence and destruction during protests that took place in the downtown Los Angeles area for more than a week.