Entities / Person
Nithya Raman.
American urban planner and activist
- Reports this week
- 40
- Active events
- 22
- Connections
- 114
What's happening
Reports per dayLast 90 days
90 days agoDrag either end to show only events that began in that periodToday
Active this week
-
Voters in Los Angeles rejected incumbent Karen Bass and elected Nithya Raman as the next mayor.Well supported11 reports
-
Nithya Raman won her election while discussions focused on shared housing goals and the Iran war's effect on goods prices.Some support1 report
-
Lindsey Horvath broke ties with Mayor Karen Bass, endorsed Nithya Raman for mayor, and created a Department of Homeless Services in Los Angeles County.Some support2 reports
-
Nithya Raman and Karen Bass are set to square off in the general election, while Raman secured an endorsement from the Carpenters.Some support2 reports1 development inside
-
Nithya Raman will be L.A.'s next mayor and will work with Harris-Dawson's council, while McKinney ran for L.A. city attorney.Some support1 report
-
Mayor Bass set a cleanup deadline for Lineage, while Nithya Raman held a rally questioning city hall leadership amid the Boyle Heights fire.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
-
Nithya Raman is currently serving as a Councilwoman in Los Angeles.Well supported7 reports
-
Nithya Raman criticized LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell's police leadership while campaigning for mayor against Karen Bass.Well supported16 reports2 developments inside
-
Nithya Raman, a former Los Angeles City Council member, is set to run for mayor, with details about her family's background.Some support1 report
-
The L.A. mayoral race features Nithya Raman and Spencer Pratt as candidates, with the margin tightening and the Associated Press reporting vote percentages. The Trump administration is also investigating election fraud claims.Well supported8 reports2 developments inside
-
Political events in Los Angeles include updates on Nithya Raman's mayoral odds, city council actions, and the impact of immigration on Latino voter turnout.Some support1 report
-
The Los Angeles mayoral race is being used to reflect on the thinking of the Democratic party.Well supported3 reports3 developments inside
-
Raman defended genocide accusations against Israel while Bass rejected them, amid calls from the Jewish Federation.Some support1 report
-
Nithya Raman announced her campaign for new leadership in Los Angeles, focusing on improving city services and housing.Well supported11 reports4 developments inside
-
Nithya Raman is building her potential administration team in Los Angeles, featuring insiders like Eric Garcetti and former deputy mayor Rick Cole.Some support1 report
-
Nithya Raman is a mayoral candidate in Los Angeles, while incumbent Karen Bass faces opposition from Park.Well supported32 reports
-
Nithya Raman has challenged incumbent Mayor Karen Bass, and the Democratic Socialists of America L.A. has endorsed her for the mayoral race.Well supported26 reports3 developments inside
-
Xavier Becerra and Karen Bass are running for Governor of California, while Nithya Raman, Xavier Becerra, and others are involved in the Los Angeles mayoral race. Steve Hilton advised David Cameron.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
-
Karen Bass is running in a Democrat vs Democrat race, and Nithya Raman is a two-term District 4 representative.Some support1 report
-
Celebrities publicly backed Nithya Raman and Karen Bass during the L.A. mayoral race.Some support1 report
-
Nithya Raman and Karen Bass campaign in Los Angeles City Council races, pledging aggressive tackling of homelessness and housing issues.Some support3 reports
-
Nithya Raman spent the day campaigning for mayoral office in Los Angeles, focusing on issues relevant to the city.Well supported8 reports1 development inside
Earlier this month
-
Nithya Raman is a Los Angeles mayoral candidate, having defeated Spencer Pratt in the primary, while Dustin Lance Black endorsed Karen Bass.Some support2 reports
-
NBC News reported that Nithya Raman and Karen Bass are competing for political office in Los Angeles.Well supported30 reports4 developments inside
-
An audit found contractor misuse of funds, and Nithya Raman and Karen Bass were tied in a recent Berkeley IGS poll.Some support1 report
-
Karen Bass manages homelessness in Los Angeles amid voter dissatisfaction, while Villanueva supports Nithya Raman.Some support1 report
-
Nithya Raman criticized Karen Bass's handling of the Skylink project at LAX, as both are candidates for the next mayor.Well supported5 reports
-
DSA is infiltrating the Democratic Party and may condemn California's status amid political developments involving Bass and Raman.Some support1 report
-
Airbnb is lobbying for easier rental rules in LA and providing emergency housing while politically supporting Mayor Karen Bass against Nithya Raman.Some support1 report
-
A study shows young adults use social media for news, while candidates like Nithya Raman and Karen Bass utilize platforms like Instagram for campaign strategies.Some support1 report
-
The new event covers the L.A. mayoral race, political accusations against Raman, and an interaction between Nathan Fielder and Elizabeth Holmes regarding Theranos.Some support1 report
-
Nithya Raman faces backlash and questioning over her political stance regarding Israel and Mandatory Palestine.Some support1 report
-
Jerry Brown signed legislation in Los Angeles mandating waste reduction and supporting sidewalk restaurants.Some support1 report
-
Karen Bass and Nithya Raman are running for Los Angeles mayor, with Raman citing data from her City Council District 4.Well supported4 reports
-
Nithya Raman and Karen Bass debated city infrastructure and safety bills on August 31, 2026.Some support2 reports
-
A Lineage warehouse fire in Boyle Heights sparked political fallout, including a mayoral appointment and criticism of police handling.Some support1 report
-
Nithya Raman, an MIT graduate, accused Israel of committing genocide following Hamas attacks into Israel.Some support1 report
-
Marqueece Harris-Dawson, a close political ally of Mayor Karen Bass, is involved in the L.A. mayoral race alongside Nithya Raman.Some support12 reports
One to three months ago
-
Nithya Raman publicly opposed the LAPD Chief's handling of ICE raids, highlighting the tension between local needs and federal priorities.Some support2 reports
-
Spencer Pratt is running for Mayor of Los Angeles, challenging Karen Bass and Nithya Raman.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
-
Mayor Karen Bass ordered a review of LAPD policies following criticism from challenger Nithya Raman.Some support2 reports
-
Nithya Raman attended a star unveiling on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, but the focus is on her poor attendance record at the city council.Some support1 report
-
Reporter Stone reports on environmental issues in Los Angeles, involving the Sierra Club, amidst the mayoral race between Karen Bass and Nithya Raman.Some support2 reports1 development inside
-
Bass' office coordinates with the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety, while Lisa raises concerns to Councilwoman Nithya Raman.Some support1 report
-
Nithya Raman's profile grew in Los Angeles, and MediaNews Group reported on her plans, noting her property ownership in Silver Lake.Some support1 report
-
A mayor's office is facing criticism for slow responses to property issues and long-term urban blight in the San Fernando Valley.Some support1 report5 developments inside
-
Contests for the L.A. Mayor's office are underway, involving Nithya Raman, Karen Bass, and Austin Beutner.Well supported3 reports
-
Candidates were offered as alternatives to current chaos.Some support1 report
-
A council member addresses housing issues in Reseda.Some support1 report
-
Xavier Becerra and Nithya Raman made statements promoting street vendors and cart eating in Los Angeles.Some support1 report
-
Nithya Raman discussed frustration with David Remnick as she prepares for the November runoff against Karen Bass in Los Angeles.Some support2 reports
-
Nithya Raman hired Fight Agency for campaign services, which worked on Graham Platner's campaign spin.Some support1 report
-
The mayoral race between Nithya Raman and Karen Bass is facing challenges as the contest is being contested through misinformation.Some support4 reports
-
The Los Angeles City Council created a fire recovery committee and approved a motion amidst debates over restructuring.Some support3 reports
Gone quiet
No new reports in 90+ days-
Karen Bass, Nithya Raman, and Spencer Pratt are involved in the Los Angeles mayoral race.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
-
The L.A. mayoral race sees a union endorsement switch and the issuance of executive directives on affordable housing development.Some support1 report
-
Political developments in Boston highlight ideological shifts, with Ayanna Pressley embracing socialism and Nithya Raman challenging Mayor Karen Bass.Some support2 reports1 development inside
-
Trump administration suspended grant funding while Nithya Raman chaired the City Council Committee on Housing.Some support2 reports
-
Spencer Pratt is challenging Nithya Raman in the L.A. mayoral election, leveraging voter dissatisfaction.Well supported8 reports2 developments inside
-
During the 2026 primary campaign, Spencer Pratt made a controversial comparison between Los Angeles and a Mumbai slum while campaigning in Sherman Oaks.Some support1 report
No events began in the chosen period. Widen it, or reset.
What's reaching Nithya Raman
Events traced to Nithya Raman, step by step, newest first- Road safety intervention sparks political clash for Nithya RamanControversy over road safety project may challenge Nithya Raman's political viabilityPossible
- Mayor Bass's homelessness record may shape Nithya Raman's political strategyNithya Raman's legislative power may be shaped by Mayor Bass's homelessness record.Likely
- Nithya Raman's advocacy may increase amid LA protest movementNithya Raman's advocacy could gain momentum by aligning with the humanitarian protest movement.Possible
- Bass's chief appointment challenges Raman's mayoral judgmentBass's chief appointment challenges Raman's public safety judgmentLikely
Around Nithya Raman this week
News at the entities that move Nithya Raman most-
Karen Bass OperationalDemocratic Congress may challenge Trump's policies, while local figures discuss LA transit and Karen Bass's election.Moves Nithya Raman
-
Spencer Pratt OperationalPolitical developments on June 10, 2026, include Steve Hilton seeking to expand the Republican coalition, Spencer Pratt's rise in a mayoral race, and Newsom/Harris supporting Becerra's gubernatorial candidacy.Moves Nithya Raman
-
city council StructuralOrono city council is governing local development proposals.Moves Nithya Raman
-
Los Angeles City Council StructuralLos Angeles County is undergoing structural reform, including the addition of a County Executive.Moves Nithya Raman
-
DSA StructuralDSA referenced the historical event Kristallnacht in Austria on November 9, 2026.Moves Nithya Raman
-
Los Angeles County StructuralHilda Solis and Janice Hahn propose a review of county advertising expenditures in Los Angeles County.Moves Nithya Raman
Connections
The 40 strongest of 114, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Karen Bass Operational
Nithya Raman and Karen Bass are active political rivals competing for the office of Los Angeles mayor.
-
Los Angeles City Council Structural
Nithya Raman serves as a council member for the Los Angeles City Council.
-
Spencer Pratt Operational
Nithya Raman and Spencer Pratt actively competed against each other in the Los Angeles mayoral election.
-
Jim McDonnell Operational
Raman actively campaigns against and intends to dismiss McDonnell from his police leadership role.
-
Los Angeles Structural
Nithya Raman serves as a City Councilmember and mayoral candidate, actively influencing Los Angeles' governance and policy.
-
DSA Structural
Nithya Raman is a current member and political ally of the DSA organization, engaging in co-governance.
-
Dustin Lance Black Operational
Raman's alleged no-show directly prompted Black to withdraw his endorsement and express opposition.
-
District 4 Structural
Nithya Raman serves as the representative for District 4.
Show all 40 connections
-
city council Structural
Nithya Raman holds a formal leadership role and serves as a member of the City Council.
-
Los Angeles County Structural
Nithya Raman holds a formal official role within the structure of Los Angeles County.
-
Los Angeles Police Department Operational
Nithya Raman actively critiques, advocates for, and opposes policies and actions taken by the Los Angeles Police Department.
-
Kenneth Mejia Operational
A leverages B's public profile and expertise as a campaign endorser and spin doctor.
-
Harvard University Structural
Nithya Raman earned and pursued studies at Harvard University.
-
Writers Guild of America West Transactional
WGAW PAC has provided ongoing support and endorsements for Nithya Raman's political campaigns.
-
C-SPAN Transactional
Nithya Raman delivered an election night speech that was broadcast and labeled by C-SPAN.
-
Marqueece Harris-Dawson Operational
Nithya Raman initially challenged Marqueece Harris-Dawson's allies but later agreed to collaborate with his council.
-
Instagram Operational
Nithya Raman actively utilizes Instagram as a platform for distributing political campaign content and microdramas.
-
Silver Lake Transactional
A current, established property ownership link exists between the individual and the location.
-
Flock Safety Operational
The evidence suggests both entities are competitors who are jointly facing pressure from a third entity (the city) regarding their operational status.
-
David Remnick Operational
The two individuals engaged in a direct conversation regarding shared professional or personal frustrations.
-
Daily Kos Operational
Nithya Raman shared views in conversation with the media entity Daily Kos.
-
Nithya Raman actively campaigned against the presence of United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
-
California Institute of Technology Operational
A professor at Caltech actively advises Nithya Raman on policy matters.
-
Adam Scott Operational
Adam Scott actively supports Nithya Raman's plan regarding film job preservation.
-
Donald Trump Operational
Nithya Raman critiques and references the impact of Donald Trump's administration policies.
-
Bob Odenkirk Operational
Bob Odenkirk publicly backed Nithya Raman.
-
Pacific Palisades Structural
Nithya Raman serves as a Councilmember within the jurisdiction of Pacific Palisades.
-
Richard Grenell Operational
Richard Grenell publicly criticizes Nithya Raman regarding her infrastructure project and timeline.
-
Airbnb Operational
Airbnb has actively supported a political candidate (Bass) in opposition to Nithya Raman.
-
Los Angeles Times Mentioned together
The Los Angeles Times provides media coverage and a platform for Nithya Raman's political activities.
-
Park Operational
Park opposes Nithya Raman as a mayoral candidate.
-
Lindsey Horvath Operational
Lindsey Horvath publicly endorsed Nithya Raman for mayor.
-
Hydee Feldstein Soto Operational
Hydee Feldstein Soto demanded an audit of Nithya Raman's program.
-
Ben Shapiro Mentioned together
Ben Shapiro publicly praised Nithya Raman's infrastructure victory.
-
Villanueva Operational
Villanueva actively supports Nithya Raman in a political context over Karen Bass.
-
Guy Benson Operational
The candidates actively discuss and critique the election process together.
-
Eunisses Hernandez Mentioned together
Nithya Raman and Eunisses Hernandez previously worked together on progressive policies.
-
Nathan Hochman Mentioned together
Nathan Hochman expressed hope that Nithya Raman would prioritize community safety.
-
Paul Scheer Transactional
Paul Scheer commented on Nithya Raman's conduct.
-
California Shared context
Nithya Raman's activities and policies are observed within the geographical and political context of California.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
13 events- Voters in Los Angeles rejected incumbent Karen Bass and elected Nithya Raman as the next mayor.
- Nithya Raman won her election while discussions focused on shared housing goals and the Iran war's effect on goods prices.
- Lindsey Horvath broke ties with Mayor Karen Bass, endorsed Nithya Raman for mayor, and created a Department of Homeless Services in Los Angeles County.
- Nithya Raman will be L.A.'s next mayor and will work with Harris-Dawson's council, while McKinney ran for L.A. city attorney.
- Nithya Raman, a former Los Angeles City Council member, is set to run for mayor, with details about her family's background.
- Political events in Los Angeles include updates on Nithya Raman's mayoral odds, city council actions, and the impact of immigration on Latino voter turnout.
- Raman defended genocide accusations against Israel while Bass rejected them, amid calls from the Jewish Federation.
- Nithya Raman is building her potential administration team in Los Angeles, featuring insiders like Eric Garcetti and former deputy mayor Rick Cole.
- Karen Bass is running in a Democrat vs Democrat race, and Nithya Raman is a two-term District 4 representative.
- Celebrities publicly backed Nithya Raman and Karen Bass during the L.A. mayoral race.
- Nithya Raman and Karen Bass campaign in Los Angeles City Council races, pledging aggressive tackling of homelessness and housing issues.
- Nithya Raman is a Los Angeles mayoral candidate, having defeated Spencer Pratt in the primary, while Dustin Lance Black endorsed Karen Bass.
- An audit found contractor misuse of funds, and Nithya Raman and Karen Bass were tied in a recent Berkeley IGS poll.
October 2026
14 events- Nithya Raman criticized LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell's police leadership while campaigning for mayor against Karen Bass.
- Nithya Raman is a mayoral candidate in Los Angeles, while incumbent Karen Bass faces opposition from Park.
- Karen Bass manages homelessness in Los Angeles amid voter dissatisfaction, while Villanueva supports Nithya Raman.
- Nithya Raman criticized Karen Bass's handling of the Skylink project at LAX, as both are candidates for the next mayor.
- DSA is infiltrating the Democratic Party and may condemn California's status amid political developments involving Bass and Raman.
- Airbnb is lobbying for easier rental rules in LA and providing emergency housing while politically supporting Mayor Karen Bass against Nithya Raman.
- A study shows young adults use social media for news, while candidates like Nithya Raman and Karen Bass utilize platforms like Instagram for campaign strategies.
- The new event covers the L.A. mayoral race, political accusations against Raman, and an interaction between Nathan Fielder and Elizabeth Holmes regarding Theranos.
- Nithya Raman faces backlash and questioning over her political stance regarding Israel and Mandatory Palestine.
- Jerry Brown signed legislation in Los Angeles mandating waste reduction and supporting sidewalk restaurants.
- Karen Bass and Nithya Raman are running for Los Angeles mayor, with Raman citing data from her City Council District 4.
- A Lineage warehouse fire in Boyle Heights sparked political fallout, including a mayoral appointment and criticism of police handling.
- Nithya Raman, an MIT graduate, accused Israel of committing genocide following Hamas attacks into Israel.
- Nithya Raman publicly opposed the LAPD Chief's handling of ICE raids, highlighting the tension between local needs and federal priorities.
September 2026
10 events- Nithya Raman has challenged incumbent Mayor Karen Bass, and the Democratic Socialists of America L.A. has endorsed her for the mayoral race.
- Nithya Raman spent the day campaigning for mayoral office in Los Angeles, focusing on issues relevant to the city.
- Mayor Karen Bass ordered a review of LAPD policies following criticism from challenger Nithya Raman.
- Nithya Raman attended a star unveiling on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, but the focus is on her poor attendance record at the city council.
- Reporter Stone reports on environmental issues in Los Angeles, involving the Sierra Club, amidst the mayoral race between Karen Bass and Nithya Raman.
- Bass' office coordinates with the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety, while Lisa raises concerns to Councilwoman Nithya Raman.
- Nithya Raman's profile grew in Los Angeles, and MediaNews Group reported on her plans, noting her property ownership in Silver Lake.
- Contests for the L.A. Mayor's office are underway, involving Nithya Raman, Karen Bass, and Austin Beutner.
- Candidates were offered as alternatives to current chaos.
- A council member addresses housing issues in Reseda.
Show 3 earlier months
August 2026
10 events- Nithya Raman and Karen Bass are set to square off in the general election, while Raman secured an endorsement from the Carpenters.
- Mayor Bass set a cleanup deadline for Lineage, while Nithya Raman held a rally questioning city hall leadership amid the Boyle Heights fire.
- Nithya Raman and Karen Bass debated city infrastructure and safety bills on August 31, 2026.
- Marqueece Harris-Dawson, a close political ally of Mayor Karen Bass, is involved in the L.A. mayoral race alongside Nithya Raman.
- A mayor's office is facing criticism for slow responses to property issues and long-term urban blight in the San Fernando Valley.
- Xavier Becerra and Nithya Raman made statements promoting street vendors and cart eating in Los Angeles.
- Nithya Raman hired Fight Agency for campaign services, which worked on Graham Platner's campaign spin.
- The mayoral race between Nithya Raman and Karen Bass is facing challenges as the contest is being contested through misinformation.
- The Los Angeles City Council created a fire recovery committee and approved a motion amidst debates over restructuring.
- The L.A. mayoral race sees a union endorsement switch and the issuance of executive directives on affordable housing development.
July 2026
4 events- Nithya Raman is currently serving as a Councilwoman in Los Angeles.
- Nithya Raman discussed frustration with David Remnick as she prepares for the November runoff against Karen Bass in Los Angeles.
- Trump administration suspended grant funding while Nithya Raman chaired the City Council Committee on Housing.
- During the 2026 primary campaign, Spencer Pratt made a controversial comparison between Los Angeles and a Mumbai slum while campaigning in Sherman Oaks.
June 2026
9 events- The L.A. mayoral race features Nithya Raman and Spencer Pratt as candidates, with the margin tightening and the Associated Press reporting vote percentages. The Trump administration is also investigating election fraud claims.
- The Los Angeles mayoral race is being used to reflect on the thinking of the Democratic party.
- Nithya Raman announced her campaign for new leadership in Los Angeles, focusing on improving city services and housing.
- Xavier Becerra and Karen Bass are running for Governor of California, while Nithya Raman, Xavier Becerra, and others are involved in the Los Angeles mayoral race. Steve Hilton advised David Cameron.
- NBC News reported that Nithya Raman and Karen Bass are competing for political office in Los Angeles.
- Spencer Pratt is running for Mayor of Los Angeles, challenging Karen Bass and Nithya Raman.
- Karen Bass, Nithya Raman, and Spencer Pratt are involved in the Los Angeles mayoral race.
- Political developments in Boston highlight ideological shifts, with Ayanna Pressley embracing socialism and Nithya Raman challenging Mayor Karen Bass.
- Spencer Pratt is challenging Nithya Raman in the L.A. mayoral election, leveraging voter dissatisfaction.