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Caruso wants 1,500 more LAPD officers, says he'll put company in a blind trust

LOS ANGELES — If elected mayor, Rick Caruso said Monday he wants to add 1,500 officers to the Los Angeles Police Department and promised to put his businesses in a blind trust to avoid potential conflicts of interest while he served in office.

Los Angeles Times · Feb 15, 2022

Rick Caruso has entered the LA mayor’s race. Will the city elect a billionaire?

LOS ANGELES — Rick Caruso, the billionaire developer of the Grove and other luxury properties, has officially jumped into the contest to become Los Angeles’ next mayor, shaking up a race that to this point has been led mostly by Democratic elected officials.

Los Angeles Times · Feb 12, 2022

US Rep. Karen Bass takes in nearly $2 million to lead LA mayoral rivals in early fundraising

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.

Los Angeles Times · Feb 2, 2022