The surprising, cut-throat race for Los Angeles mayor | Los Angeles
Karen Bass faces a tough re-election fight for Los Angeles mayor against progressive council member Nithya Raman, who entered late and now leads in several polls. Both progressives have raised about $2.5m each. Bass suffers low approval amid frustration over homelessness, housing costs and the Palisades fire response, while Raman has DSA backing and strong grassroots canvassing. Anti-incumbent sentiment and undecided voters—including Spencer Pratt supporters—could decide the outcome.
