Los Angeles Mayoral Candidate Kevin de León's Hopes Dashed as Nithya Raman Surges to Second Place In a shocking turn of events, Kevin de León's bid for Los Angeles mayor has been dealt a significant blow after a strong showing by City Council member Nithya Raman. With Raman's impressive finish in second place behind incumbent Mayor Karen Bass, de León has been eliminated from the mayoral race, leaving Bass and Raman to face off in the general election. Raman's surge to second place has sent shockwaves through the Los Angeles political scene, raising questions about the viability of de León's campaign and the growing influence of progressive voices in the city's politics. As the city gears up for the general election, Bass and Raman will now engage in a heated battle for the top spot.
Pratt was booted out of the mayoral race after LA City Council member Nithya Raman finished in second place behind incumbent Mayor Karen Bass.
