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LA City Controller
Coverage of LA City Controller 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 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.