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Democratic socialist ousts Karen Bass in LA mayoral shakeup | CNN Politics

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November 05, 2026 • 12:00 PM
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CNN projects progressive democratic candidate Nithya Raman will defeat incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass in a stunning political upset. Raman faces major challenges, including homelessness, wildfire recovery and preparations for the 2028 summer Olympic games.

Democratic socialist ousts Karen Bass in LA mayoral shakeup | CNN Politics

CNN projects progressive democratic candidate Nithya Raman will defeat incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass in a stunning political upset. Raman faces major challenges, including homelessness, wildfire recovery and preparations for the 2028 summer Olympic games.

CNN projects progressive democratic candidate Nithya Raman will defeat incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass in a stunning political upset. Raman faces major challenges, including homelessness, wildfire recovery and preparations for the 2028 summer Olympic games.

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