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Karen Bass is drawing fresh criticism over her comments on homelessness and meth use, keeping her campaign under scrutiny. Nithya Raman is also facing backlash from animal advocates over Skid Row abuse concerns. The primary result remains Bass first and Raman in the runoff, with Spencer Pratt out after late-counted ballots. The latest coverage adds pressure on both Bass and Raman, but it does not clearly change the basic two-candidate runoff setup. It may increase uncertainty around Bass’s standing on homelessness, a central campaign issue.
Los Angeles homelessness rose 3.4% according to LAHSA's 2026 count. Local activist John Alle says Mayor Karen Bass has refused to visit neighborhoods hit by crime and drug use.
Nithya Raman criticizes Karen Bass' response to homelessness and the Boyle Heights fire, emphasizing a need for effective interventions and leadership
Voters will have a chance to elect democratic socialists for mayor and city attorney of Los Angeles, reflecting a trend seen in other Democratic cities. What would it mean for L.A. if Raman and Roy win?
A UC Berkeley poll found 52% of the electorate is in favor of Xavier Becerra, while 31% of voters support Steve Hilton.
Karen Bass did the best in South L.A., while Nithya Raman did well in gentrifying neighborhoods near downtown. Spencer Pratt led the pack in the West Valley.
Spencer Pratt's improbable Los Angeles mayoral run may be over, but questions about his political future are only beginning.
The last week has brought the largest resurgence of election denialism since the aftermath of the 2020 election. Many on the right have cried foul over late shifts toward Democrats in results from California’s June 2 primary.
Former reality TV star Spencer Pratt lost the Los Angeles mayoral race and will not be advancing to the runoff election in November.
Former reality TV star Spencer Pratt lost the Los Angeles mayoral race and will not be advancing to the runoff election in November.
Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO
The Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO endorsed Karen Bass for reelection.
South Central Los Angeles Democratic Party Club
The South Central Los Angeles Democratic Party Club endorsed Karen Bass.
Democratic Socialists of America members on the Los Angeles City Council
Three Los Angeles City Council members associated with the Democratic Socialists of America endorsed Karen Bass.
Hollywood crew unions
Hollywood crew unions endorsed Karen Bass in the Los Angeles mayor’s race.
Nithya Raman
Nithya Raman endorsed Karen Bass for reelection before entering the race herself.
LA business groups
An array of Los Angeles business groups endorsed Karen Bass for reelection.
Los Angeles County Supervisors
Four Los Angeles County supervisors endorsed Karen Bass for reelection.
Los Angeles County Democratic Party
The Los Angeles County Democratic Party endorsed Karen Bass for mayor.
Bruin Democrats at UCLA
Bruin Democrats at UCLA endorsed Nithya Raman for Los Angeles mayor.
Elon Musk
Elon Musk backed Spencer Pratt after Pratt raised concerns about the voting system.
Feel the Bern San Fernando Valley
Feel the Bern San Fernando Valley endorsed Rae Huang for Los Angeles mayor.
Los Angeles Daily News
Los Angeles Daily News endorsed Adam Miller for mayor of Los Angeles.
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