Raman outpaces Pratt in L.A. mayoral race; Calif. governor's matchup takes shape
Summary
In California’s primary elections, the race for Los Angeles mayor remains very close, with Councilwoman Nithya Raman narrowly surpassing Spencer Pratt for second place behind incumbent Mayor Karen Bass. The contest to succeed Governor Gavin Newsom is also tight, with Xavier Becerra leading and Republican Steve Hilton in second place, as officials continue to count ballots.Key Facts
- Nithya Raman edged ahead of Spencer Pratt by less than one percentage point for the second spot in the L.A. mayoral race.
- Karen Bass is projected to advance to the runoff election for mayor.
- California's primary system sends the top two candidates, regardless of party, to the general election.
- Xavier Becerra, former U.S. Health Secretary, is leading the race to replace Governor Gavin Newsom.
- Steve Hilton, a Republican and former Fox News host, remains in second place but is being closely followed by Democrat Tom Steyer.
- California counties have up to 30 days to count all provisional and mail-in ballots.
- Mail-in ballots must be postmarked by Election Day and can be counted if received within seven days after.
- Candidates are waiting for final vote counts before confirming who will proceed to the November elections.
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