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PoliticsDemocratic socialist Nithya Raman defeats incumbent Karen Bass in Los Angeles mayoral race

Los Angeles councilmember Nithya Raman narrowly defeated incumbent Karen Bass to become mayor, in a major local political upset. Once seen as a long shot, Raman’s victory reflects growing dissatisfaction with the direction of the city.

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TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-11-05 19:41Original

Democratic socialist Nithya Raman defeats incumbent Karen Bass in Los Angeles mayoral race
Democratic socialist Nithya Raman defeats incumbent Karen Bass in Los Angeles mayoral racePolitics