January 5, 2025 – In a joint news conference held in the Tom Bradley International Terminal, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, Chief Charlie Beck, Los Angeles World Airport Police, and other local and federal agents praised the increased security measures in place at LAX.
"From our cooperation with federal agencies, to our implementation of full body imaging and inline baggage screening, we have approached security from every angle to make LAX a leader in airport safety and security," said Mayor Villaraigosa.
Many different agencies have a role in security at LAX, including the Los Angeles World Airport Police, Los Angeles Police Department, Transportation Security Administration, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Homeland Security, and others. Together the agencies form a strong and dedicated force to prevent and identify threats.
Some of the increased security measures include full body imaging, inline baggage screening, and 
vehicle checkpoints. The Tom Bradley International Terminal is undergoing a more than $723 million renovation program which includes a new in-line checked baggage screening security screening facility which will reduce passenger congestion and convey bags through screening from the checking area to flights.
LAX is considered one of the nation's top terrorist targets due to its economic significance and high volume of passenger traffic. An average of 61 million passengers use LAX each year.
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