The Los Angeles City Council approved a recommendation to authorize the Controller to transfer $500,000 from the Unappropriated Balance to the City Attorney's office. This transfer is for a legal services agreement with Covington & Burling, LLP. The law firm will provide legal advice and assistance related to ongoing federal investigations concerning the City of Los Angeles. The decision was made on June 27, 2025, following a communication from the City Attorney requesting the retention of outside counsel.