Raman named next LA mayor as Bass concedes

Raman set to become mayor

Councilwoman Nithya Raman will be the next mayor of Los Angeles after incumbent Mayor Karen Bass conceded the race. The change will place Raman in the city’s top elected office and end Bass’ tenure as mayor.

Bass concedes

Bass is the incumbent mayor named in the concession. Her decision recognizes Raman as the incoming mayor, while the city’s formal election process remains the basis for finalizing the result.

What the result means

The mayor leads Los Angeles city government. Raman’s move from the City Council to the mayor’s office will mark a change in leadership for the city.

The announcement does not include a vote total, margin, turnout figure or certification date. Those details are separate from the concession and would be part of the city’s official election record.

Next steps

Los Angeles election officials will handle the remaining administrative steps, including the official canvass and certification process. The transition from Bass’ administration to Raman’s administration will follow the city’s regular procedures for a change in mayoral leadership.