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Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón Ousted in Landslide Election

Nathan Hochman defeats incumbent George Gascón in Los Angeles District Attorney race, signaling public backlash against progressive criminal justice reform.

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Updated: Nov 6th, 2024, 1:10 PM ET

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George Gascón, the controversial District Attorney of Los Angeles County, was decisively voted out of office by challenger Nathan Hochman, who won with 61.5% of the votes. Gascón faced significant criticism for progressive policies that many residents associated with rising crime rates. His defeat reflects public discontent with the perceived failure of 'woke' justice reforms. Hochman has pledged to implement tougher crime policies, marking a potential shift in local law enforcement strategies. The election results indicate a broader electoral trend towards tougher approaches to crime amid rising public concern.

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