LA Mayoral Race: Raman Advances

Progressive City Council member Nithya Raman has advanced to a November runoff against incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, eliminating reality TV star Spencer Pratt from the race.

This sets up an unexpected matchup between two Democrats and former political allies.

Raman's surge in votes, surpassing Pratt, has been a significant development in the days following the June 2 primary.

The outcome highlights the shifting political landscape in Los Angeles and the growing influence of progressive candidates.