Theo Wold
Coverage of Theo Wold in the Nexus archive.
- Franesca Hong taunted by fellow Democrat over loss: 'It's a day of Thanksgiving'
Left-wing candidate Francesca Hong was narrowly defeated in her Democratic primary by David Crowley. Her loss, which drew national scrutiny due to past rhetoric about issues like wanting to cancel Thanksgiving, led commentators to critique her campaign strategy. Some strategists argued that the lack of national support or poor management of media interviews contributed significantly to her defeat.
- 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.