Amid ongoing widespread protests across Los Angeles County against unlawful immigration raids, the organizers behind the BET Awards have reaffirmed that the 2025 ceremony at the Peacock Theater will go ahead as planned on Monday evening.

In a statement to The Hollywood Reporter , a BET spokesperson said, “BET remains committed to the safety of our guests and staff. We are working closely with LAPD and monitoring the situation. The 2025 BET Awards will take place Monday, June 9th, 2025, at 8pm ET/PT as scheduled.”

Violent clashes erupted during immigration raids across Los Angeles this week, as demonstrations escalated into street battles between protesters and law enforcement. On June 6, protests turned chaotic when crowds fought running battles with LAPD and ICE agents who were

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