LOS ANGELES — U.S. Rep. Karen Bass raised nearly $2 million after launching her campaign in the fall to become Los Angeles’ next mayor, demonstrating an early base of support and enthusiasm as she far outpaced her rivals in the crowded field.
The $1.98 million she took in was almost $800,000 more than her closest competitor, Councilmember Kevin de León, who raised about $1.2 million, according to filings covering the last six months of 2021 submitted to the Los Angeles City Ethics Commission.
The required filings provide an early glimpse into which candidates have been able distinguish themselves and make inroads in the first open election for the city’s top job in nearly a decade. Both Bass and De León entered the race in September.
