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Federal Searches at LAUSD, Superintendent's Home, and Florida Property

PUBLISHED Feb 25, 2026, 11:44 PM ET

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Federal Searches at LAUSD, Superintendent's Home, and Florida Property

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Sources: 9

Center 89%

Right 11%

Sources: 9

Los Angeles. Federal agents served search warrants Wednesday at Los Angeles Unified School District headquarters, Superintendent Alberto Carvalho's San Pedro home and a third property in Southwest Ranches, Florida. The U.S. attorney said warrants were judicially approved and affidavits remain sealed; the district is cooperating and the Board scheduled a closed session to discuss Carvalho's employment. Carvalho unveiled AllHere AI chatbot "Ed" in March 2024; the startup later collapsed, declared bankruptcy and its founder was indicted. Carvalho was reappointed in 2025; records and relationships tied to the failed project are under review. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Sidra | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

March 2024: LAUSD publicly unveils 'Ed' AI chatbot in partnership with AllHere.
Late 2024: AllHere collapses, founder faces indictment and company enters bankruptcy proceedings.
2025: Carvalho receives reappointment as LAUSD superintendent amid ongoing district operations.
February 2026: FBI executes judicially approved search warrants at LAUSD HQ, Carvalho's San Pedro home and a Florida property.
Post-raids: LAUSD board schedules a closed session to discuss Carvalho; district states it is cooperating.

News Intelligence

This situation could impact LAUSD's operations and your child's education. If you're a parent, stay informed about the district's decisions. Check the LAUSD website regularly for updates.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 9
Right Leaning:: 1
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 8
Distribution:: Left 0%, Center 89%, Right 11%

Who Benefited

Federal investigators and legal teams gained access to records and evidence that may clarify transactions and relationships tied to LAUSD contracts and the failed AllHere AI project.

Who Impacted

Students, district staff and community stakeholders suffered reputational harm, operational disruption and heightened uncertainty as the district navigates a sealed federal probe and closed-board deliberations.