Mejia Leads Los Angeles Controller Election

Kenneth Mejia, the incumbent United States — Los Angeles City Controller, is leading in the election against challenger 2026 Los Angeles elections. Mejia, a certified public accountant and the first Asian American to hold citywide elected office in United States — Los Angeles>>>, is seeking a second term, emphasizing transparency, accountability, and uncovering fraud, such as the $23 million case involving Alexander Soofer>>>. He has also warned of significant fiscal deficits for United States — Los Angeles>>>. Sokoloff, an executive at Hackman Capital Partners>>>, has campaigned on auditing city services and increasing revenue, criticizing Mejia's fiscal warnings. Despite Sokoloff's substantial campaign funding, including $7.5 million from his mother, Sheryl Sokoloff>>>, Mejia holds a comfortable lead in the initial ballot tallies.