Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass advances to November runoff as she seeks second term Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has advanced to a November runoff election. Her first term was characterized by significant challenges, including the city’s most destructive wildfire and persistent homelessness. She will face challengers from across the political spectrum as she seeks to retain her position.

• Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is advancing to a November runoff.
• Her first term was marked by the city’s most destructive wildfire.
• The ongoing struggle with widespread homelessness was also a major issue during her term.
• Bass faces challengers from both ends of the political spectrum.