Law enforcement budget slashing, officer shortages and demand for private security

Due to law enforcement budgets getting slashed, and officer shortages. Many cities across the country are turning towards Private Security to take on the role and fill the void. 

West Hollywood just voted in favor of cutting LE and adding more private security and Malibu City Council is considering armed security at school campuses amidst a shortage in law enforcement

Below are some articles on the  situation to give some more insight on the matter at hand:

• West Hollywood Votes To Reduce Number Of Deputies; Adds More Private Security​
• Malibu Could Place Armed Guards In Schools
• California city considers armed security in schools after Uvalde mass shooting