Exclusive | Nithya Raman looks miserable as she breaks cover for first time since winning the election

Democratic Socialist Nithya Raman was spotted for the first time since winning the race for Los Angeles mayor, making her the first mayoral challenger to defeat an incumbent since 2005.Raman made her way from her home to a combined yoga studio and workspace in downtown LA.“Los Angeles, I’m deeply honored to be your next mayor,” Raman said in a video statement.“Thank you to the thousands of people who knocked on doors, sent texts, made phone calls, convinced their neighbors to believe in the promise of this big, beautiful, joyful city that we get to call home.

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By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.Never miss a story Just before midday Thursday, Bass issued a statement conceding defeat.

“While this is not the outcome we hoped for, the people of Los Angeles have spoken,” Bass said.“I have called Council member Nithya Raman to congratulate her on her victory, and I have committed to ensuring a smooth and seamless transition.

Moving this city forward is what Los Angeles needs from all of us.”“Four years ago, you elected as the first Black woman mayor in the history of Los Angeles.You gave me the honor of serving the city that raised me, and every single day since, I have carried that responsibility with me,” Bass continued.

“I love Los Angeles.I believe in Los Angeles.

And I will continue to ensure the promise of a better life belongs to all of us.Thank you.” In 2005, then-City Councilman Antonio Villaraigosa defeated James K.

Hahn, who was seeking reelection for a second term.Two decades later Raman repeated that feat.

City Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky congratulated Raman on her election.“Having served alongside Nithya on the City Council, I know how much she cared about our city and the people we represent,” Yaroslavsky said in a statement.

“I also wa...