incumbent
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Incumbent Democratic Mayor Karen Bass has advanced to November's run-off election to determine who will run California's largest city, Los Angeles.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
The race: Incumbent Kenneth Mejia says he brought much-needed accountability and scrutiny to City Hall and how government functions in his first term.
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026
Incumbent Larry Taylor planned to run again, but dropped out once Middleton made it clear he intended to challenge him.
From Salon • May 23, 2026
"Congratulations to Congresswoman Julia Letlow on a fantastic race, beating an Incumbent Senator by Record Setting Numbers," Trump posted Saturday night on his Truth Social platform.
From Barron's • May 17, 2026
His energies may not be put forth on exactly the same lines as those of the Incumbent whom he succeeds.
From Churchwardens' Manual their duties, powers, rights, and privilages by Sumner, George Henry
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