Los Angeles mayoral race between Nithya Raman and Karen Bass

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1. Nov 5, 2026

   Nithya Raman projected to defeat Karen Bass in Los Angeles mayoral race, becoming first Asian American mayor.

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2. Nov 5, 2026

   Raman leads Bass as final vote count continues in closely contested Los Angeles mayoral race focused on homelessness and public safety.

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Nithya Raman projected to win Los Angeles mayoralty

Decision Desk HQ on Nov. 4, 2026 projected Nithya Raman the L.A. mayor's winner over Karen Bass at about 51.7%–48.3% with votes still counting; she would be the city's first Asian American mayor.

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Raman Leads Bass as LA Mayoral Count Continues

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and challenger Nithya Raman are making final appeals in a closely contested election, with homelessness and public safety at the center of the debate. Bass acknowledged mistakes, including her absence during the 2025 wildfires, and promised faster police hiring and changes to homelessness services; Raman criticized Bass’s record and called for a change in leadership, including replacing the police chief.