Governor Newsom Endorses Mayor Bass Amid Tight L.A. Mayoral Primary Race
Governor Gavin Newsom has officially endorsed Mayor Karen Bass for reelection in Los Angeles, highlighting her achievements in reducing street homelessness and violent crime. This endorsement comes just days before the primary election, where Bass faces a competitive race against City Councilmember Nithya Raman and former reality TV personality Spencer Pratt. According to a recent poll by the UC Berkeley Institute for Governmental Studies, Bass holds a slight lead with 26% support among likely voters, closely followed by Raman at 25% and Pratt at 22%. Newsom praised Bass for her efforts in achieving an 18% decline in homelessness in Los Angeles, contrasting with national trends, and for her role in boosting film production and protecting communities from ICE. The endorsement adds to Bass's support from other prominent figures, including former Vice President Kamala Harris and U.S. Senators Adam Schiff and Alex Padilla. 
