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Raman and Bass set for first mayoral runoff debate

Nithya Raman alleges City Council President collusion with Karen Bass to “punish” her ahead of the first runoff debate.
WHO: Los Angeles Councilmember Nithya Raman and Mayor Karen Bass; City Council President (unnamed in report)
WHAT: Raman escalates mayoral runoff rhetoric, alleging collusion to “punish” her ahead of the first debate.
WHEN: Aug 19, 2026 at 8:38 AM ET
WHERE: Los Angeles, CA
WHY: Raman publicly made the allegation after suggesting collusion between the City Council president and Bass to “punish” her.
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