Why Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass Has to Fight for Her Job
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is facing a challenging reelection campaign during her first term. She is the first incumbent mayor to face a runoff election since 2005. The political landscape in Los Angeles has become increasingly competitive, putting pressure on her administration.
- ▪Karen Bass is a Democrat serving as the Mayor of Los Angeles.
- ▪She is facing a runoff election, a rare occurrence for an incumbent mayor in the city.
- ▪Her first term has been marked by significant challenges and fluctuating public support.
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#masthead-section-label, #masthead-bar-one { display: none }liveUpdatesJune 3, 2026, 10:08 p.m. ETResults in Key RacesLatest PollsPrimary CalendarChanges to MapsAdvertisementSKIP ADVERTISEMENTYou have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load.Supported bySKIP ADVERTISEMENTWhy Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass Has to Fight for Her JobMs. Bass, a Democrat, has had a roller-coaster first term. She now faces the first runoff since 2005 for an incumbent mayor in the city.Listen · 4:28 min Share full articleMayor Karen Bass, center, campaigning at a community center in Plaza de Valle in Los Angeles, last month.Credit...Gabriela Bhaskar/The New York TimesBy Jill CowanReporting from Los AngelesJune 3, 2026, 10:08…
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