2026 midterms: Nithya Raman's win in Los Angeles signals the rise of a new left in the United States

The Los Angeles mayoral race concluded with Nithya Raman defeating Karen Bass, securing 52% of the vote. Raman, an urban planner and MIT graduate, emphasized the need for change in city management, particularly regarding homelessness. Despite Bass's extensive political experience and Democratic support, public dissatisfaction influenced the election outcome. Bass conceded defeat, acknowledging Raman's victory.