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Karen Bass to advance in LA mayor's race as Pratt and Raman vie for final spot

Jun 3, 2026Center

CBS News projects that incumbent Mayor Karen Bass will advance to the November election, while her opponents, Councilmember Nithya Raman and political newcomer Spencer Pratt, compete for the final spot.

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