Kevin de León Loses LA City Council Seat to Ysabel Jurado
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Kevin de León, a Los Angeles City Councilmember, conceded defeat to tenant's rights attorney Ysabel Jurado in a historic election, marking the end of his 18-year political career. Despite his efforts to rally Latino support through cultural appeals and community events, De León's campaign was overshadowed by a 2022 audio leak scandal. Jurado's victory, making her the first Filipino American on the council, highlights a shift in Eastside politics, traditionally dominated by Latino representation.
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- LA City Council: Ysabel Jurado declares victory over incumbent Kevin de Leon ABC7 Los Angeles
- Jurado unseats Kevin de León in Los Angeles City Council race KTLA Los Angeles
- 2024 Election Results: Latest on LA City Council, LAUSD and other city races Los Angeles Daily News
- City Council District 14 LAist
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