Kenneth Mejia
Coverage of Kenneth Mejia in the Nexus archive.
- LA City Controller Kenneth Mejia endorses Nithya Raman for mayor
LA City Controller Kenneth Mejia endorsed Nithya Raman for mayor. Mejia cited Raman's commitment to fully staffing the controller's office to perform audits as a key reason for his endorsement.
- LA homeless agency has been underspending tens of millions of dollars allocated to it
The L.A. Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) underspent $108 million in its budget for the fiscal year ending June 2025, with federal officials suspending funds over mismanagement. The city of L.A. also underspent $513 million in its homelessness budget during Mayor Karen Bass’s first full fiscal year, contributing to the federal funding suspension.
- Los Angeles city attorney trails challengers early; incumbent city controller holds lead
Los Angeles City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto trails her challengers based on early returns, while City Controller Kenneth Mejia maintains a lead over his opponent. The results reflect mixed performance for incumbents in the city's elections.
- Los Angeles city attorney trails challengers early; incumbent city controller holds lead
Los Angeles City Atty. Hydee Feldstein Soto is trailing her challengers based on early returns, while City Controller Kenneth Mejia maintains a lead over his opponent.
- Spencer Pratt is a reality star pandering to the LA ego. He could be our next mayor | Dave Schilling
The article discusses Spencer Pratt, a reality star running for Los Angeles mayor, and criticizes the lack of substantive policy discussion in his campaign. It mentions allegations against other candidates, including LA city controller Kenneth Mejia and congressman Ken Calvert, and notes the prevalence of political ads targeting young audiences.
- Candidate's mother bankrolls campaign to oust City Controller Kenneth Mejia
Challenger Zach Sokoloff's campaign for City Controller is being supported by $7.5 million in independent expenditures from his mother. The campaign aims to oust current City Controller Kenneth Mejia.
- Candidate's mother bankrolls campaign to oust City Controller Kenneth Mejia
Zach Sokoloff's campaign for City Controller is supported by $7.5 million in independent expenditures from his mother, aiming to unseat Kenneth Mejia. The funding highlights a significant financial contribution to the electoral challenge.
- L.A.'s 100 most problematic rental properties spotlighted in new city database
A new city database has been released, spotlighting the 100 most problematic rental properties in Los Angeles due to housing violations. The dashboard was released by City Controller Kenneth Mejia. It aims to address housing issues in the city.
- Your guide to the L.A. city controller race: Kenneth Mejia faces challenger Zach Sokoloff
Incumbent Kenneth Mejia is seeking a second term as L.A. City Controller, facing challenger Zach Sokoloff in the upcoming race. The election highlights a competitive contest between the current officeholder and a new opponent.
- LA City Controller: Who's running in the June 2 primary and why it matters
The LA City Controller race in June 2 focuses on a watchdog role overseeing city spending, with the winner responsible for auditing departments including the LAPD and managing finances during the 2028 Olympics. The controller’s office conducts independent audits, financial reporting, and payroll, but cannot dictate department operations or create laws.