New LA fundraising totals give surprising look at whos on top in heated mayoral race

Los Angeles mayoral candidate Nithya Raman‘s recent surge in the race against Karen Bass is making the contest a tight one — as it’s revealed the far-left socialist has out-raised the incumbent with only weeks to go before the election.According to the latest filings, Bass has raked in about $2.51 million in direct contributions and matching funds, with Raman raising slightly more at $2.53 million.Both have taken in at least $1 million in matching funds as part of their total hauls.The city’s matching fund program provides candidates with $6 in taxpayer money for every $1 they receive from local supporters.

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By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.Never miss a story Raman actually has more cash on hand, with $1.9 million compared with Bass’ nearly $1.2 million, per financial records.The numbers come as Raman makes strides in her chances of unseating Bass.

A recent poll showed the radical city councilmember leading the incumbent 39% to 28%, a survey Bass’s team dismissed as an outlier.Last week, former California Gov.Arnold Schwarzenegger invited Raman to meet with his inner circle, hosting her at his Santa Monica office to talk with a packed room of Hollywood, business and civic leaders.Schwarzenegger has not endorsed Raman, but his decision to host her gave the candidate access to people who might otherwise dismiss her politics.Both Raman and Bass are trumpeting their money totals as a sign of strength.“Mayor Bass has the backing of the political establishment and corporations, but our campaign is powered by an extraordinary wave of grassroots support from Angelenos who are ready to change the direction of our city,” Raman said in a statement Friday.California Post News: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, YouTube, WhatsApp, LinkedInCalifornia Post Sports Facebook, Instagr...