and to denounce bigotry in every form.

Padilla will look to remain in her seat as the representative of northern parts of the San Fernando Valley such as Van Nuys.Two challengers — Ely De La Cruz Ayao.

the second Korean American to serve on the council after David Ryu.saying the investigation is being used as means to sway voters in the 2024 March election.Boyle Heights and Lincoln Heights.

after former Councilmember Mark Ridley-Thomas was suspended and later removed after being convicted in a federal bribery case — is aiming to be elected for a full term.Although he was stripped of his committee assignments.

will face off against challenger Serena Oberstein.

voters elected Councilmember Imelda Padilla in June and she took office in July.Hong was also joined by California State Treasurer Fiona Ma.

seeking to create roles beyond the stereotypical parts they were offered in mainstream Hollywood.”Hong has said his breakthrough came in a 1954 appearance on Groucho Marx’s game show You Bet Your Life.

The Sand Pebbles” (1966).Behind him is his Kung Fu Panda character.