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flag Labor unions' influence in LA's 2026 mayoral race is fading, weakening their traditional political power.

flag Labor unions' influence in Los Angeles’s 2026 mayoral race is waning, challenging their traditional political dominance. flag While Mayor Karen Bass retains support from the county Federation of Labor and some public employee unions, key groups like the carpenters and electrical workers are lukewarm due to disputes over housing rules, utility appointments, and pension policies. flag Her main challenger, Councilwoman Nithya Raman, faces strong union opposition, labeled a “political opportunist,” reflecting internal labor divisions. flag Despite Bass’s weak fundraising and fragmented union backing, her incumbency, crime reduction record, and stance against federal immigration policies bolster her position. flag The race highlights a shift: labor’s once-uncertain power is now diminished, making its role in the election less predictable.

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