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LA mayoral race: Bass and Raman tied in final week

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The 2026 Los Angeles mayoral runoff between incumbent Mayor Karen Bass and challenger Nithya Raman has reached a deadlock as the November 3 election enters its final week. A recent poll by the UC Berkeley Institute of Government and the Los Angeles Times shows both candidates tied at 40% support, with 19% of voters remaining undecided. ~~This represents~~ New polling data indicates a significant shift among Latino voters. Bass's support in this demographic rose from ~~September, when~~ 21% in September to 40% in October, narrowing the gap with Raman, who holds 43% of that segment. This shift is attributed to increased participation among older Latino voters. Additionally, Bass has captured 41% of former supporters of Republican candidate Spencer Pratt, while Raman ~~held an 11-point lead.~~ holds 14%, though 45% of those voters remain undecided. Campaign controversies and policy debates have intensified. Raman has challenged Bass over utility costs, claiming Los Angeles Department of Water and Power bills have risen by 40% during the administration. Raman has proposed a modernization plan and an audit of executive compensation in coordination with City Controller Kenneth Mejia. Meanwhile, Bass has highlighted a 47% reduction in homicides and a 41% drop in Valley burglaries, though critics continue to scrutinize her progress on ending street homelessness by 2026. Financial reports show Bass has raised approximately $3.4 million, outpacing Raman’s $3 million, though Raman maintains a larger cash ~~reserve with nearly $1.4 million on hand.~~ reserve. Both campaigns face heavy spending from independent expenditure committees, including the Los Angeles Police Protective League and the Western States Regional Council of Carpenters. Public sentiment remains divided. While Bass has secured endorsements from Governor Gavin Newsom and various labor unions, Raman has gained momentum through support from progressive councilmembers and the Democratic Socialists of America. In areas like Pacific Palisades, some residents critical of Bass’s handling of the January 2025 Palisades Fire have indicated they may still vote for her to avoid Raman’s platform.

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