Katie Zacharia
Coverage of Katie Zacharia in the Nexus archive.
- Karen Bass ripped after suggesting taxpayer-funded dental care for meth users
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass faces backlash for suggesting taxpayer-funded dental care for meth users, sparking criticism from conservatives who argue she's not addressing the root causes of homelessness and drug problems. The city continues to struggle with a large homeless population, with over 43,000 individuals experiencing homelessness in early February 2025. Bass is facing a competitive re-election challenge from candidates including Nithya Raman and Spencer Pratt.
- Karen Bass ripped after suggesting taxpayer-funded dental care for meth users
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is facing backlash for suggesting taxpayer-funded dental care for meth users, arguing it's necessary for them to rebuild their lives. The comment sparked an uproar among conservatives, who criticized her for not addressing the root causes of homelessness and drug problems. Bass is currently running for re-election in a crowded June primary.
- Attorney raises broader concerns after mayor admits to acting as Chinese agent in shocking case
California Mayor Eileen Wang agreed to plead guilty to acting as an agent of the Chinese government, sparking concerns about potential foreign influence. Attorney Katie Zacharia warned that this case could be just the tip of the iceberg. Wang faces up to 10 years in federal prison and a $250,000 fine.