Raman to lose chair role on LA homelessness committee
By The BriefBrief
Councilmember says removal as chair is punishment for challenging Mayor Karen Bass; council president plans split of committee.
WHO:Councilmember Raman; L.A. City Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson; Mayor Karen Bass
WHAT:Raman is expected to be removed as chair of the Housing and Homelessness Committee as the council splits the committee into separate housing and homelessness panels.
WHEN:Aug 10, 2026 at 9:44 PM ET
WHERE:Los Angeles City Council, Los Angeles, CA
WHY:Raman says the change is a political attack and punishment for running against Mayor Karen Bass; the council president plans to split the committee so neither new panel will be led by Raman.
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