# CNN projects Nithya Raman to defeat Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass in upset

https://mins.news/en/item/131693

- CNN, 2026-11-06 02:56 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.cnn.com/2026/11/05/politics/nithya-raman-los-angeles-mayor-karen-bass?Date=20261106&Profile=CNN

> CNN's projection puts Raman ahead of Bass in the Los Angeles mayoral contest, in an unexpected turn. Issues awaiting her include homelessness, rebuilding after wildfires and preparations for the 2028 Summer Olympics.

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