"Hollywood Strikes Escalate as Los Angeles Mayor Remains Calm"

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is maintaining a neutral stance on the escalating labor disputes in Hollywood, including the ongoing strike by the Writers Guild of America and the potential strike by SAG-AFTRA. Bass, who prioritizes addressing the city's homelessness crisis, is cautious about getting involved in the negotiations but recognizes the potential economic impact on the city. Governor Gavin Newsom also refrains from taking a leading role in mediating the dispute, as both politicians have allies on both sides of the bargaining table. The strike threatens to affect workers beyond the entertainment industry and could have significant economic consequences if it continues.