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Organizers launch bid to recall embattled L.A. City Councilmember Kevin de León

Por: Los Angeles Times Politics October 27, 2022

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Amid widespread calls for the embattled politician's resignation, five constituents filed initial paperwork Thursday to recall Los Angeles City Councilmember Kevin de León. The former state Senate leader has been at the center of a political maelstrom set off by a leaked recording first reported by The Times on Oct. 9. De León has said repeatedly that he has no plans to step down, citing the need for representation in his downtown and... + full article



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