Federal agents executed search warrants at the home and office of “progressive” Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) Superintendent Alberto Carvalho.
The raids are sending shockwaves through one of the nation’s largest public school systems, according to The California Post.
Law enforcement sources said searches were conducted at Carvalho’s residence in San Pedro, his office at LAUSD headquarters in downtown Los Angeles, and a location in Miami tied to the investigation.
An affidavit connected to the warrants remains under seal, and authorities have not disclosed what prompted the federal action.
Probe Targets High-Profile Education Chief
Carvalho has led LAUSD since 2022 after previously serving as superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
He now oversees the second-largest school district in the United States.
The veteran administrator has also been a vocal critic of federal immigration enforcement under President Donald Trump’s administration.
Carvalho has publicly stated that he came to the United States as an undocumented immigrant and has repeatedly pledged to shield students and families from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations.
In July, Carvalho accused ICE agents of urinating on the grounds of a Pico Rivera school, calling it a “new level of despicable insult.”
At a September news conference last year, he declared that students should be protected from what he described as “immoral, unethical and illegal actions.”
“Despite the injustice. Despite the fear. Despite the pressure,” Carvalho said.
“Despite the unbearable lack of humanity. Our kids are soaring.”
“And for the second year in a row, these students have provided best-in-class achievement across all grade levels.”
🚨 BREAKING: The FBI is currently executing SEARCH WARRANTS at the home of Los Angeles public school superintendent Alberto Carvalho, as well as the school district’s HQ
A MAJOR scandal in one of the most corrupt school districts in the country is about to be exposed 👀 pic.twitter.com/2gbW34aG7O
— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) February 25, 2026
Immigration Tensions in Los Angeles
The searches come amid heightened tensions in Los Angeles over immigration enforcement.
In recent weeks, students have staged walkouts to protest ICE operations.
Some demonstrations escalated into vandalism and disorder.
Teenagers were burning flags, damaging property, and, in one reported instance, a minor was allegedly swinging a pipe at officers.
Backlash Ensues
District officials have responded to the backlash by attempting to strike a conciliatory tone regarding the protests.
The district’s Public Information Officer Christine Stephens told the Los Angeles Times:
“The superintendent’s message is consistent:
“We care deeply about our students, and we recognize that many young people are dealing and engaging with issues they see in the news and in their community.
“Students have the right to express themselves peacefully.
“At the same time, the district must uphold its responsibility to maintain a safe, supervised learning environment during the school day.”
The Los Angeles Police Department issued a firmer reminder about compulsory attendance laws.
“School attendance is mandatory in the City of Los Angeles, and there may be legal consequences for parents and students,” the LAPD said.
“It is unlawful for any minors under 18 to be in public places, streets, or amusement spots during school hours.”
Questions Remain
Federal authorities have not publicly commented on the scope or focus of the investigation into Carvalho.
With the affidavit sealed and limited information released, key questions remain about the nature of the probe and whether it could have broader implications for leadership within one of America’s largest school districts.
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