The Economic Times

Nithya Raman: Who is the India-born council member challenging Karen Bass for Los Angeles mayor?

Nithya Raman will face incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in the Los Angeles mayoral runoff. The contest features two Democrats. Voters are focused on homelessness and housing affordability. Raman's candidacy signals a potential shift leftward. She previously endorsed Bass but launched her own campaign. Her policy stances on homelessness and policing have drawn attention.